Presence

Being present is the cure. 

Or a temporary solution.

Because this is inevitable. 

The tears will flow.

The dams of my eyelids and held breaths

Are the only things stopping it. 

Just as before,

It will break and flood.

Everything will feel empty,

Alone,

And missing. 

So be present. 

There is nothing to miss yet. 

You’re here,

Present today. 

                     Just not tomorrow. 

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- Alden Crowe