Instead

Instead of a talk there's a letter
Sent once a year. Can not be better
Instead of a smile - only a picture
To this day is your cure's mixture
Instead of a touch - only a memory
Of what was then but will never be
Instead of a smell - only an air
Of the long-held longing and despair
Instead of a walk is hiding around
Look away from so familiar ground
Instead of a kiss - hug with a pillow
In endless sleep where you're a widow
Instead always bliss - everyday life
Road goes nowhere but you still drive
Instead what wanted got what needed
Rest will be found, believe in it