Look At Her

Look at her.

"Ben! You came."

See the way her eyes crinkle up at the edges, see the way her lips curve into a smile.

"Of course, baby; I wouldn't miss out on a chance to see my favorite girl."

Hear the way she squeals at his words, hear the crimson red humming through her cheeks.

"I've missed you"

See the way he stands, strong and sure, ready to protect her.
Once, your chest was the one she nestled into...the crack between shoulder and head the only place her head fit perfectly.

"I love you."

Taste the tension in the air as your soul trembles, waiting for her answer.

"I love you too, Ben."

Feel the ghostly remains of your body drift away as her words reach your ears.

Because she is happy. She does not need you watching over her any more. A bittersweet realization...but one that allows you to let go of your tenuous hold on this world. You were dead, but not gone. Her love tethered you. Now it...is gone. And so are you.

Goodbye

See the way you smile in ecstasy as you soar up and away, rising towards exultation.