I set out my easel
And prepare my pallet
With various colors of invisible ink
Where I attempt to paint you from memory
Streak by streak
Sweat forms over my brow
As my brain tries to think
Sorting through pictures
And thoughts shared from others
Of who you once were to me
I grab the paint brush
I try to begin
I dip into the ink
Draw a few cascading lines
For the wellspring you were to me
I close my eyes
And continue to paint
Trying to filter
And paint only
What is verifiably true
My heart beats loud
My thoughts are blazing
But my hand is meticulously still
For the fool proof memories
Are evading me still
My session is over
My eyes open
I stare at the canvas with care
I painted every single memory of you
And yet only my shadow can be seen there
Joy Lynn
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