with

wet pillowcases, missing socks

deleted photos appeared out of nowhere

you haven’t skated for a while

do you still remember how to

why do you cry every night

when no one can see

your tears can’t bring her back

once crossed, you can’t turn around.

presents, past and future

her greatest gift was for you

to love yourself more than anything

but she’s no longer the one

you’re crying with.

t.l.