Nightfall

The night sky that once made me feel
So at peace with the world and my fears
Is suddenly sprinkled with shimmering tears
And the moonlight that was once my saving grace
Feels like pale white acid upon my face
There is no hope here anymore

I lie on the floor
Stare at the moon
All I can think of is you
How often we sat and counted the stars
Finding constellations, the red glow of Mars
You squeezed my hand

Feelings that I can't command
The glow that once gently poured into me
Filling all the spaces that were empty
Is now hallowing me out
Peaceful nights now wracked by doubt
Stars that twinkled softly with hope
Now whisper encouragement for me to tope
A new way to fill the holes
And forget the man my mind extols
But if I know anything to be true
It is that I cannot escape you