Of Lost Love

I am remembering
a long ago broken heart
More than the anguish
I remember
the love and hope
and our dreams.

I remember.

I am so surprised
to find these memories
climbing out of their boxes
running free
running wild.

The tearing pain
has faded.
No longer
even a dull ache.
The sadness remains
diminishes and diminishing.

I remember.
And I am grateful
for the memories.
I will never forget.