Revisiting the same place one year after
It smells the same
It sounds the same
It feels, however, different

Stars were absent as thick clouds covered
Where are they?

Only one star appeared
It twinkled at me

"Where are your friends, buddy? As lonely as me?"

One year ago
The stars were there
Bright, blue & twinkling on the very special, yet sad, night
They witnessed the sadness as hearts turned sour
Heard the promises made
& consoled as warm cuddles exchanged

But tonight
Wind was strong
No warmth
Waves crashed harder
Memories shattered
Clouds retreated
Sky cleared
But still
Stars were absent

"Buddy, tonight I see you & you see me. We'll just remember this moment where you & I are together when the rest disappear..."