#1 Poem: Of Loss and Longing

A Poem For My Late Best Friend

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On January 26, 2022, I lost my best friend — my cat — after a battle with cancer. A part of me died that day.

Many would say I’m being silly just because she was a cat, others would sympathise with me because she was a part of my family for years.

I’m sure many of you have lost someone close to your heart.

So have I.

This poem reflects my love and grief, as well as urge to turn back time.

I still keep your things to remind me of you.

I don’t want to ever forget that you were here.

A sunset, the moonlight, every beautiful view,

They make me feel as though you were near.

Wherever I look, memories of you live,

The pain I feel is beyond measure.

Everything to bring you back I would give,

For you were my biggest treasure.