The Test
This one is the first of two that I wrote for a special friend who had to go through a horrible experience. I wrote this one first, then she asked me to write another one that helped her deal with it. The second one became "The True Test."
A loved one dear, a simple test.
I give my word to do my best.
Like heroes in a fairy tale.
My faith is sure. I will not fail.
But what is this? Your breath has slowed.
Where is the smile that you once showed?
Your pulse is dimmed, it fades away.
I try in vain to make you stay.
Oh please don�t go!
Oh please, not yet!
Stay a little longer yet!
But now you�re gone, what have I done?
Of all my tests I failed this one.
Through all my tears I cannot see.
When others come will they blame me?
� Copyright 2000 Travis B. Roper, all rights reserved
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