How much of your hugs
can the blanket replace?
How much of your cuddles
can the pillows simulate?
How much of your essence
can chatting incarnate?
How much of your touch
can your garments relay?
How much of your kisses
can my lips replay?
How much of your smiles
can my memory recall?
How much of your words
can my pen rewrite?
How much longer do I have to wait?
How much more tears do I have to shed?
Khadijah Sanni-Tijani