• I watch
    as the grass grows greener I watch.
    The children learn,
    and I watch as they discover new places and people.
    But always,
    Empty.

    I watch
    as my friends find their way in the great wide world.
    I listen to the music surrounding me,
    Feel the sadness and joy.
    Why?

    I watch
    as everyone, everyone, everyone has someone.
    Not me.

    I watch
    because there is nothing for me to live.
    Until...
    Him.
    Light in the dark.

    I watch
    as he comes closer, shining brightly,
    undimmed although he has shadows of his own.
    He burns, and my spirit is brought back to life.
    I'm free to live again,
    No more watching unseen from the shadows
    as life passes by.

    But still I watch.
    I will always watch
    whether from the shadows or in the light,
    I watch.
    Because someone has to make sure others can remain,
    Living.