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Sonnet 16/7/01                               DLXVII

I offer no solution to the pain
That absence brings- I just offer support
When weight of sorrow topples soul, to stain
Dreams with depression. Heart makes the effort,
But, arms cannot reach: I remain here,
And share only my words. I can but seek
To share my feelings, but cannot touch tear.
Yet, at this time should I let my heart speak?
You may not feel my hugs, but my arms hold
Concern and caring. The words I now send
Must serve to solace share. I may be old,
But I have not forgotten loss, nor end.
How can I hold you in my arms, and dry
Your tears? How can heart not hold you, or try?