Empty bed

Alone in the darkness
No one to hold
Brings on such sadness
Little comfort from the cold
Emptiness surrounds
Silence
A deafening sound
No condolence
Tears fall effortlessly onto the bedding
Caused by memories of a wedding
Happier times they were
Many would concur
Stumbling to find
Someone who is kind
Warmth given freely
Someone to get all touchy feely
To cuddle into tight
Held with all their might
Alas no one is there
Wanting anyone to care
To touch gently
So softly
Caresses of pure tenderness
Tempered with kindness
Affectionately to call dear
Nobody lays near
Just to hear a goodnight
Being held ever so tight
The kiss before sleep
Now there is not even a peep
Existing to live
Plenty of love to give
Maybe it will happen soon
To hold someone by the light of the moon.