One Sweet Summer

by bobby fernbaugh

The one summer we knew each other

was one of the greatest times of my life.

You were so beautiful and funny,

it was a joy being around you.

You taught me so much about life

when I was young and naive.

You had so much of a burden

on your shoulders

for a person your age.

I didn't mind helping you with your problems,

like relationships and life.

Whether you had a fight with your boyfriend,

an argument with your mom,

or even homework for modeling class,

you could always talk to me.

It was kind of ironic

that I helped you with relationship problems,

when I had no experience with relationships what so ever,

but I tried my best.

We had all of those great times everyday

just sitting and talking about nothing

or reading your magazines and making fun of all the models.

You were a constant in my life

and the summer was great

until that unfortunate day came

and you walked out the door.

It was untimely and I hated that day,

the day that we went our separate ways.

We never really got a chance to say our goodbyes

and it still hurts my heart to this very day.

I wish I could see you one more time

and tell you how much you meant to me.

You probably don't even realize

how much of an impact you made on my life.

It was always funny when we were together

and people always asked if we were brother and sister.

We just laughed at the idea and joked around.

But honestly,

you were like the big sister I never had.

Thanks.