Things Not Shared Poem by Ray Hansell

I heard your voice on the phone
It brought a smile to my face
So many years ago
You left without a trace

Many times I've wondered
Just where you might be
Just hoping that one day
You'd get in touch with me

When I picked up the phone
Then I heard your voice
I was happy beyond words
As my heart began to rejoice

You left so very suddenly
You never said a word
I only knew that you were gone
From the rumors that I heard

I wish that you had told me
That you were going to leave
I wouldn't have tried to stop you
Or let you see me grieve

I would have put my arms around you
Bid you a fond farewell
As I softly wishper in your ear
Our secret I'll never tell


9-22-2-/RjH