Every day
You were near
In every way
You were present

Until one day you weren't

Every word
I spoke
Every thought
I uttered
You genuinely heard

Until one day you couldn't

Every dream
I had
Every fantasy
I envisioned
You lovingly fostered

Until one day you shouldn't

You affectionately accepted
Every morsel offered
Never asked for more

Until one day you didn't

I leaned on you
For everything
Every day and every night
You were my strong, yet gentle, rock

Until that day
I severed the ties
That held us together

Now

Every day
You are near
I know the right thing was done

Because

Every day
You are present
I see you abundantly thrive

Even though I'm now lost
You are finding your way
Spreading your wings
From the ashes of our love

I watch the moon each night
Knowing you are near
Only to graciously accept
You are present with someone new