On some days, I curse you. On some days, I try to forget you. On some days, I cry for you. But on a night like this, I light a candle. I lay down and stare at the ceiling. I try to give you shape through my memories. The candle burns and the fire aches, casting a shadow on the wall— a silhouette that reminds me of you. My eyes are half open. My heart is empty, but I still wonder about you. The clock still works— time must be passing. Without you, I wonder— what is my fate? Where do I go? Clothes on the clothespin, gang above me. A frame on the wall, there’s a picture of a child— someone who used to be me. He was loved. The candle burns and the fire aches. Could we not melt on each other like candles? Bottles of ***** with water in them. A sober drunk— drunk on you. Castles of cups and glasses, rally at my feet. A guitar on the old tv, gathers dust, playing a silent tune to my screaming soul. I miss you.