24 | September | 2011 | AfriQtalk Diaspora

When you crossed my path, it never occurred to me you’ll be back again

When you danced with me, I never noticed your weakness

When you held me close, I never read your mind

When you laughed with me, I didn’t see the hurt inside

When you asked for patience, I didn’t mean to be in a hurry

When you reached out for peace, I didn’t intend to fight war

When you cherished my world, I didn’t mean to shatter yours

When you applauded me, I danced from a distance

When you stood by me , I saw shadows behind

When you laid beside me, I heard our heart beat as one

When you kissed me, I realized how deep I’ve fallen

But when morning came, memories of yesterday became wishes of today

For you were gone without a trace into my dream of last night

Shadows of you, dark and beautiful in color, it can be small, huge and tall

Shadows of you, different in shapes, it can be big, slim and fat

Shadows of you, solid by nature, it can be scary, funny, and shady

Shadows of you, unique, it can impersonate you and the things you do

Shadows of you, appears and disappears slowly but never can you catch up to it

Shadows of you, a companion that never leaves when you are down and lonely

Shadows of you, a friend that walks quietly with you throughout life’s journey and beyond

~ Princess Asha Okojie

AfriQtalk Diaspora