The Ghost Light In The Theatre Wing

the ghost light in the theatre wing

told me you were there.

and not only that,

but the smell of sugar cookies

preceded you.

and the moonlight

after the performance

smiled down upon me.

i felt your love upon

my cherry cheeks 

and with your help,

i touched the stars.

the ghost light in the theatre wing

watched over me.

and it protected me

and made sure i knew

that you were there.

and not only that,

i saw you sitting with me,

next to me,

as if

while i was waiting,

i could sit in your lap

or hold your hand. 

the ghost light in the theatre wing

holds me close.

it engulfs me

and intoxicates me,

as if it was curtain call.

as we stand on the precipice

of what could be

the cosmic black hole

meant to be,

i felt you closer than ever.

you applauded me

and looked into my eyes

saying, "bravo."

you are my ghost light in the theatre wing,

and i love you, more than you could love me.

but the ghost light in the theatre wing

must symbolize your absence...

that's why you are here with me.

that's why the ghost light is on in the theatre wing.

-LJ

14 November, 15 November, 29 December 2014