The Tear Poem by Gert Strydom

While we have our greatest joy
a tear rolls down your cheek
and this symbol that glitters there
comes with deep meaning

and although our words
does not bring forth pain
that drop still remains
and maybe it's a sign of integrity

the loving between us
as love hurts as much as it blesses
hopes as much as it distresses
and there are no wounds to mend

and even when the moment of parting arrives
as it is meant to be
something still lingers between you and me.