The Path Back

I know it will hurt a bit,

Returning down the same path to the start.

I know the memories will melt away,

Cut by reality as it takes flight.

I know you'll still be there, distant,

Tangled in this serious world.

I know I'll still tremble,

Powerless in the presence of those dear.

I know that charge will pass,

Like happiness, like sadness, like we...