After so long apart,
We were finally within arm's reach.
But the tension still exists,
A wall too thick to penetrate.
The guilt still exists,
Threatening to break me down in front of you.
But I stand tall, 
I act like I'm fine.
Fine without you, fine without a friend.
Of course, I'm not.
You only have to look in someone's eyes to see that.
But we avoid that portal,
We avoid each other's hearts. 
Whether or not it's because we have something, I don't know...
I do know that it feels great to have you here.
I do know I've missed you, friend.
You’ve permeated my thoughts,
Creased my mind with memories.
And I’m a sucker for that nostalgia thing.
So please don't slip back out. 
You're the closest thing I have to a heart.