PantherProwLs

I dwell within the cold anguished shadows of your absence Curled up in the corner of my heart that was your place Kindred creature, rescuer, best friend, Familiar with my every mood constantly giving comfort I needed only to look down into that loving aqua gaze And pain and loneliness receded I knew your deepest fear yet failed you when dire was the need for protection There can be no lashing out, no angry accusations I alone own the burden of this blame If only I'd allowed the guidance of your heart As often as you followed mine You would still be here with me Haunted by the memory of you crying out in agony and fright I can not