I find it hard to sleep at night
Because in dreams I see,
Through memories of days gone by,
The way it used to be.
I know I’ll see you there tonight,
A flower in your hair,
And as I rush to hold you near,
I’ll find that you’re not there.
Old memories invade my dreams,
So darling, won’t you please
Take back those memories of you
And let me dream in peace?
Perhaps in time these thoughts of you
Will leave my heart alone,
And then at last I can accept
That you’re forever gone.
Sept. 17, 1990
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