Missing someone Stories

Wish you were with me this sleepless night. Wish I knew what you thought in dawn's light. Wish I was in your arms that held me so tight Wish I can honestly believe we will be alright. Wish you were not gone so far out of my sight. Wish I knew if I still bring you so much delight. Wish I send above to the stars shining bright. Wish we were dancing under the pale moonlight. Wish to be able to once again say good night   

Second holiday without him No smell of coffee when I woke this morning No dogs barking No smell of his holiday surprise cooking No daughter to ease my memories She is off on her own journey The house is as silent and quiet as my thoughts I shuffle into the kitchen set the pot to brew Walk to that porch and light up my smoke Turn the music up I brace my self A chore of self flagellation I do every year I open my memory box...