For Ross

The ghost of our last kiss
Lingers softly on my lips
My heart aches for you
Even though it is only
The start of a new day
Be safe, my love, always
As you wander forth
Into a world undeserving
Of your sweet nature
(Sometimes well disguised)
Of your kind and gentle mind.
I smile as I recall the times
You have smiled or
You have laughed
And that carries me through
Each day like air or life itself
Your return each evening
Is the most welcome event
Of the day
Your greetings
Your complaints
All fall upon an eager ear
Eager to hear your voice
Always.