If

In Less Than Ten Days

I realized too late,
Just how much I love you.
Now I really want to yell, "Wait!"
First, Sis, and, now, you too.

I don't hate you for going,
I'm just sad.
Not enough memories of you to keep reshowing.
Is this bad?

You showed love in a different way.
Now, I'm sad and angry and wish you'd have told me that you love me,
You are my protector today,
But will you still be there when your eyes can't see?

In less than ten days,
You're leaving me alone.
In less than ten days,
I'll be stuck with a little brother who'll moan.
In less than ten days,
You'll be in the military.
In less than ten days,
I won't be merry.

After a month of silence from you,
You gave me what I always wanted.
You told me you loved me.
I told you I loved you too.
But it'll be so long before I can tell you in person.

This is dedicated to my older brother. May you find someone and show your love for them. Work hard and live a good life.
-Cat