Once More She has left, at last, But she takes with her A price, and taking, gives The memory of scar and hurt And knowledge she still lives. But now, now for The twist, the bind, The string she leaves behind. Attached for good Elastic should Bring her back here once more. I lose her, she floats back. Can't you find her now, Someone, can't you see? But no. You can't, for seeing her's A privilege left for me. But now, she leaves. I slip inside My old inviting life. I am alone-- For now, alone-- Enjoying fleeting peace. Elyse Yeager