The passion has faded,

Leaving only faint embers;

and a residue of slight warmth.

Where we were once lovers & beloved,

We are now merely friends and sisters.

Time has passed with its stately march,

And we are no longer the same as we once were.

It has been so long since we had last spoken.

So when you say “I love you”.

I can’t say it back to you, not yet.

I still care for you, and I’ll be here if you need me.

Maybe our love could someday grow again,

Only time will tell what the answer will be.

All we can do is wait and see.