Do You Remember?

I remember when we could just sit around outside, The sun hidden behind the fluffy grayness of the clouds, Casting a false sparkle upon a forged ground. I remember when taking a walk down a forgotten street in the middle of night was cherished, The sweet winter's air clinging to our every step, The bitter wind calm and relaxing among a world of gails. I remember when talking on the phone was actually worth a saturday's afternoon, When nothing could touch everything there was around us, When there was no pain or silence. I remember when playing in the snow was something we could once enjoy, When friendship meant saving the biggest snowball for you, And happiness was in our own hands. I remember every moment in which we were together, I remember every word that was spoken when we were happy, And I remember when nothing was impossible, Not even touching the stars or caressing the sky. Yes, and even though it was so long ago, I still remember, And even though things have changed, I can still dream, And every night before I look around my desolate room for the last time I think of you, And I remember when things like death and pain were unthought of, And hope and happiness was all we lived for. Now that I look back I wonder if it ever really did exist, Because I can't imagine ever leaving such happiness, But we had, And now is different, But I still remember, Because it is what keeps me alive. I just wanted to know, Do you remember, Or have you forgotten, Like everyone else.It seems so long ago now... I wish I were still young and foolish... that is happiness. Written December 15th, 2001 © on Dec 15 2001 02:39 PM PST   18 • 0 • 1