I remember smiles on meeting,
And hugs to say goodbye.
I remember times of hurting,
Not knowing reasons why.
I remember times of closeness,
And love apparent there.
I remember my one promise,
That I would always care.
I remember sitting to talk,
and listening to her fears.
I remember starting to walk,
And then seeing her tears.
I remember I was upset,
But pushed her help away.
I remember then I’d regret
The things that I would say.
I remember when I noticed,
She was avoiding me.
I remember when I realised,
No answer could I see.
I remember that I had hoped,
Our friendship would not end.
I remember how I had coped,
Without her as a friend.
I remember letters written,
And getting no replies,
I remember being genuine,
Then only hearing lies.
I remember all the laughs and tears,
And all the hurt and pain.
But I’d give up all these memories,
To be her friend again.

By Lloyd McLean (1994)

This poem is part of the Seasons of Emotion collection