Voices Silenced
A Villanelle
We waved goodbye, as they walked out the door
A kiss on the cheek, a tight hug was felt
The sound of their voice is nevermore
Memories in the sun from their time at the shore
It was only a matter of time when we realized the hand they were dealt
We waved goodbye, as they walked out the door
Whispers of “I love you” as they led you onto the dance floor
Together forever, each moment was heartfelt
The sound of their voice is nevermore
“Why isn’t Grandma here anymore?”
There are no answers, feelings no longer felt
We waved goodbye, as they walked out the door
Those who spoke, we spoke in an uproar
“Stop the madness! People are dying!” as we wept and knelt
The sound of their voice is nevermore
We all will sing of the tragedies, as modern day troubadours
Voices silenced. Their touch no longer to be felt.
We waved goodbye, as they walked out the door
The sound of their voice is nevermore
