The Big Change Poem by L MILTON HANKINS

I have nothing to give but words from my heart
Seems a long time since I had other resources
Since you and I were together from the start
Life's messengers ran their appointed courses.

I remember when we first journeyed together
During the early years we were deeply enthralled
Held tightly to each other so strongly tethered
Shared all those precious moments so-called.

I close my eyes and clearly see your impish smile
The key to thoughts you could not express
In words — but the words came after a while -
When something inside you made you confess.

I remember you told me you were over me
So, when you left, I sealed that part of my being
Made a promise to myself you would never see
How, without you, I changed from life to living.