she always knew she'd have a special place in her heart for him.

she knew she'd always love him and that would always be her downfall.

but...

no matter how many flashbacks.
no matter how many times she cries herself to sleep.
longing for his embrace.
wishing she'd have one more chance with him.
no matter how much the memories kill her.

she'll wake up the next morning and face the day's challenges.
she'll forever remember the way his lips gently kissed her so delicately.
she'll remember the three words he once said with heart-felt actions.
she'll remember the love they created...

and she'll never let that go.
she'll never forget.
she'll store it safely in her heart and hope that one day...

her face will appear in his mind and he'll come back and this time decide to...stay.

|hopes & wishes|

a/n - just thought i'd try something new with this chapter!