I do not see you now;
I see you for the first time
In class
Wearing a singlet
Your wire-framed glasses
Your steady hands.
I see you on our first date
Engrossed in the movie
You'd already seen
Staring ahead, but looking at me.
I see you on the beach
Eating chips on the sand
Laughing loudly
With your Cheshire grin.
I see you at our wedding
Purple tie, grey suit
Squinting in the sunlight
Holding my gaze.
I see you tucked in bed
Blanket up to your chin
Arms splayed above your head
Glasses still hanging on your nose.
I see all versions of you:
Old, young
Past, present
I see you.
I see you.
