Tears on notebook paper
Slotted ink, stays
You’re already gone

He stayed
Not a denial of the love he’ll die for
A tribute to family and dedication
To you

Giving you your wanted in a pristine wrapped package

The receipt
Is hollows under his eyes
Blood died wrist
A shredded heart

He let you go
Let you leave

Gave hope, love, and luck
His poetic sacred heart
And peace

It’s all with you, lovely
A ball of soiled whites in your trunk

Wanting to get away
No commitment, no dedication

Lips already dry
Eyes smarting with tears
Heart broke

You moved
Check mate

Tears tare
Scar hearts
Long for him

Keys in the ignition
Dirty laundry in the trunk

You’re already gone