TRAINSTOPS (A SERIES OF HAIKU ON FRIENDS ALONG THE WAY)

by Bryan Borland

Gently walked, or crashed,
across my life. You built me.
I drink to you all.

-1-

I started writing
to create a space where you
could love me. Thank you.

-2-

Emerald sweetheart
State lines and love beckoned you
Make it what you want.

-3-

I forced you into
a brother mold, but you smiled
and wore those clothes well.

-4-

There wasn’t a day
when they all tasted my blood
that you didn’t call.

-5-

Is there anything good
I could tell the world of you
other than you left?

-6-

So much the center -
did any of us realize
your internal wars?

-7-

I savored your taste -
it was all a fantasy
that brought me to truth.

-8-

Do you think of me?
You’re the reason I escaped.
I know you saved me.

-9-

A phoenix walking,
recognize you deserve more.
When will you realize?

-10-

A sister, strong still,
no matter months, miles, changes.
Good neighbors exist.

-11-

Us, almost honest -
though I honestly loved you.
I apologize.

-12-

The purest of hearts
will conquer all obstacles.
Vivan tus sueños!

-13-

In an old journal,
ink, the tears from my pen, wet
for someone like you.

© Bryan Borland