The roads were desolate, where I wandered alone,
Unaware, she came from somewhere unknown.
And with her arrival, my world lit bright,
From darkness to dawn, she turned my night.
We met once, and then we drifted away,
Lost in time, like words that stray.
But now that we've met, it feels so surreal,
A bond so warm, it's impossible to conceal.
Never did I desire her, nor asked for her embrace,
I just prayed for someone with her grace.
And then she came, a dream come true,
Thought she'd stay forever, but it was untrue.
Was my mistake so grave, that she had to part?
Two wrong words erased the love in her heart.
She was so lovely, calming every storm in me,
But this time, no solace, no plea could bring her to see.
I could write a book, all about her smile,
Even if she'd never read, it would be worthwhile.
One day, instead of words on a page,
I'll tell her directly, and free myself from this cage.
They say God listens to every despair,
So I went to Him, seeking repair.
I thought I'd complain, but He loved her too,
And showed me the fault in what I do.
He said, "If your love is true and deep,
She'll return to you, no need to weep."
So now I wait for that destined day,
When love will find its forgotten way.
Do people only lose, or does love ever stray?
For it is love that will bring her back someday.
-Akash