A Day I Will Never Forget Poem by Odette Mamales

It's been a long time
like it's only yesterday
A portrait of peacefulness
Conception of nothing will change
Harsh reality take it's place
How end this way?
Who's to blame?
In our troubles we bemoan
If only I can stop the clock
So no need to let you go but - stay
Recollect our childhood memories
Up to your life and death battle
I hold your hand's tight
If only that way can give you my own life
But still you depart
My heart cried and I keep my pain
Why do such things happen to people? why? why?
It took time I knew to get over a hurt like that
And I hadn't enough time yet
That pain was still too sharp
The day you close your eyes
Is the day...
I will never forget