Mon rêve

Last night I dreamt it was both the first
and the last day of school
Old Campus was awash with light
Movement, action
And when I saw you it took a moment to realize
Just what it meant
So simple, your silent smile
Illuminated more truly in your green eyes
I walked up. "Bonjour," like always
"Bonjour," you smiled. (Not mocking, just amused, I think)
I didn't say anything to anyone
But eventually someone mentioned they had talked to you
And what a great conversation it was.
Ashamed at my measly "bonjour," I tried to follow you
Out.
Through Phelps, College St was covered in scaffolding and concrete barriers
Nicolas and I, soon joined by Cora
Always just behind you
We joined the river on Chapel
And soon moved past you.

I heard the sounds, but didn't believe
Until there they were, behind blue tarps and police tape
The Knife, playing your song
Because it's about goodbye and thankyou
And everyone knew
And was there for you
The last thing I saw was you crying, softly
Why didn't I give you a hug?

LIL