I knew your dreams

Because we used to talk

For hours at a time.

I knew your friendship

Because you were always there

When I needed your comfort.

I knew your pain

Because you trusted me enough

To share your past with me.

I knew your fears

Because you helped me

To see that mine were the same.

I knew what was important to you

Because you were always

So honest with me.

I knew your goals

Because I felt the enthusiasm

In your words when you talked of them.

I knew your guidance

Because you patiently explained

The things I didn't understand.

I knew your heart

Because I saw right into it

And felt it a part of my own.

I knew your honor

Because you let me go

When I fell in love with you.

And I knew your love

Because you wouldn't let me dream

of us together.

                                                                         ~ by Cindy