Grandma

The sun was bidding farewell to the day

The clouds were hovering over barren land

A chilly breeze caressed the leafless trees

The air was filled with an uneasy peace

 

A woman by the window stood forlorn

Her glance was sad, her hair was silky white

Her deep blue eyes had lost their youthful glow

She silently watched the traffic come and go

 

A car approached and stopped by the road side

A child began to appear from the rear door

She gazed, her heart picked up its pace

She recognized the child’s protected face

 

The girl removed her mask, displayed a smile

I miss you grandma, I love you so

The old woman waved unable to reply

In longing silence could only watch and cry