happily ever after

when my time is up,

kiss me gently on the forehead

but save your tears

and thoughtful farewells

for when I burn,

stand back

because my ashes will rise

with memory

and take on your shape

as they dance

for you were always the best parts of me -

I was made of your magic,

alchemized by your love -

so for my last trick,

I have decided

we will live on,

an impenetrable memory,

forever, immortal, beloved,

dancing through dimensions

haunted in love,

most happily ever after