As you pass
The ground opens up and
Everything is smiling,
Welcoming;
You’ve never looked so
Free and beautiful;
The pain has left your skin and
You could be 21 again
Imagine yourself at the drive-in
That dress and that time;
Now this is your time
Goodbye,
Goodbye,
So long.

03/14/2009

Author's Note: I woke to the news of the death of my aunt this morning. Such a happy and precious woman.

Posted on 03/14/2009
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