Photograph Pain

I stumbled across a photograph
that made me stop and think,
remembering captured moments
and the emotions that they bring.

Tears sting the back of my eyes
as distant memories blur my vision.
The sound of your voice echoes
inside my aching heart,
longing for your warm embrace
to envelope my entire soul.

This faded photograph
now takes your place in my life,
but it never holds me
the way you used to,
and a piece of glossy paper
can never love me
like you do.

Saffie
23

7/12/14