I wish I had never let go.

Your warm smile

Your bright eyes

The way you held me

When I cried

Your loyalty

To me

To your country

When duty called,

I said goodbye

When I should’ve been there

By your side

Now all I have to remember you

Is this envelope inscribed:

“I’m so sorry, my dear,”

“I must bid you adieu.”

“May meet again sometime soon.”