Sorrowful Sunshine

The sun came out today
and it reminded me
of your smile
& the way you used to
tilt your head back
when you laughed.

Summer used to bring me such joy...
but now that you're gone,
the sunshine carries the thought
of you.
Warm nights by the water
will always bring the memory
of your sweet, sweet love.

And the way you spoke to me
as we watched the sun go down
behind the hills..
knowing that when I woke up
early the next morning,
when the birds are singing their songs,
your love was on its way.

Subliminal

If only I'd known
that I wouldn't see you
again after that night.
Didn't know that was
the last time I'd get to
kiss your lips
look into your eyes
breathe in your scent
touch your skin.
And now
you are only but a memory
trapped inside of me.
But still I find traces of you
in my room
and it hurts to see your shirt
in the same place
you had subconsciously tossed it
the last time I saw you.