Never Alone

Read me a bedtime story? Pleeeeease? Just one?

I would if I could, Love.

Come tuck me in, Momma?

The darkness is endless. Endless and cold.

I waited up all night. Are you ever coming home?

I would if I could, Dear. It's out of my hands.

I used my inside voice when I flew down the stairs!

Take precious care. You're still my whole world.

I pulled the bunny ears through, just like you showed me, but Daddy don't care.

Cat's got his tongue, Kiddo. Give him some time.

I want you to make me pancakes! With a blueberry smile!

I can't grasp a thing now, hard as I try. I'm holding your hand. Can you feel me near?

I walked to the bus stop. I walked half a mile. Where are you?

I'm with you in spirit. Right here, by your side.

I played tag, Momma. With Sally and Jesse, Julie and Jen.

New friends to bring peace? Yes. I want that for you.

I did it, Momma. I came straight home after school. I done all of my homework.

Learn all that you can. You'll tackle the world.

I waited up all night, hugging Teddy's fluffy neck. I miss you so much.

It hurts. Yes, I know, Love. But I see it now. You'll be fine without me.

Did I do something wrong?

You're my perfect angel. You're never alone.

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Copyright © 06/13/2024 by Christy Munson. All rights reserved.

Author's Note: This story is written for Vocal's Dialogue Poetry Challenge.