Saturday, February 16, 2013

Erosion of innocence


I remember you darling. You were there. New to the place. Crying your eyes out. Your sobs uncontrollable. You were shy. You were the boy in the corner. I smiled, I made you half-smile. Your eyes dug deep into my heart.

We met again. You were playing. A lone game. Some fantasy world. You came, sat next to me and told me your affairs. And I listened. Your smile made me crave for your innocence.

You grew up today. When I saw you, I hunted for that spark of recognition. You were ashamed. You looked down. And moved away and did a stunt. Told me that you didn't need me. After all, what have I done but smile? Your sorrow was yours alone.

I acknowledge. We are never to look at each other again.