Another goodbye

I have said goodbye too many times.

At too many places.

It used to be at the lobby before she gave me that first peck.

On the phone upon the break of dawn.

At the island, as I did my duty.

And right by the gates as she took the taxi home.

It was hard holding myself back, when she went away.

It was harder every night we're online.

I should've spared more, than just a hug, when I was there

But a goodbye's never right if you're to say it

In the first place

Our goodbyes were spoken at many lands.

In various ways, in as many emotions.

Unwilling and ever reluctant, nevertheless inevitable.

We go our separate ways; yet together

Everytime.

Another goodbye will be said

Today.

Another last glance before I turn the corner.

Another pause as I remember your smile.

Another smile as it comes so easy.

Another long breath as I brace myself.

Another step as I make my way.

Another time till we meet again.

It won't be long till our paths

Cross again.