Then and now

Closing my eyes to sleep,
I fear I will wake up to you
dwelling on memories buried so deep,
my heart has to see them through.

Italy - when we grew so close
lying side by side on the dock
your hair tickling my nose
you were the lost, I was your rock.

Christmas - walking circles around school
to spy on the one you had your eyes on,
you were the love-sick one, so cool,
and I was the one to depend on.

Getting tutored - when you had to follow your parent's lead,
I just wanted to hug, love, and protect you,
but it seemed as if you didn't pay me any heed
and worked hard to see your parent's wishes through.

Prom - when in my arms you fell so ill,
I went back to get our jackets and your purse,
in the car I held you close and still,
you were the sick, I was your nurse.

Graduation - when we had to say good-bye,
walking away from me you never looked back,
I choked down the tears not to cry,
you were the strong, I was the wreck.

Now - haven't seen you for years,
I walk down memory lane to the end,
day after day waking up in tears,
you are my love, but I'm just your friend.