Whole

Growing up it was
the two of us,

Siblings not through blood
but devotion.

We shared and laughed
together through the pain.

Over time we went
our separate ways;

Our connections now
held together through

Limited calls and updates
through family, if that.

I moved away from our
home town, while you

Continue to make sense
of your life,

Now having another
to care for.

I reach out to lend
support, yet it's met

With silence on
the other end.

Years move on, pages
of time always turning;

Our journeys became split,
yet my bond with you

Remains the same in spirit,
and I strive to keep it whole.

09/20/2016