The Parts I Remember

For anyone who has that first, real love that you still think about from time to time, "The one that got away," perhaps? For anyone that has a secret old love, buried deep in your heart, one you have never quite been able to let go of. Sometimes this love returns, confessing a shared affection, even after decades of distance. Do you run? Or, cling with all the life left in your body for the chance to see what might have been? The many times I have dreamt of this moment, my heart was still not prepared to hear Jack's voice when I answered his unexpected call. Sweet crap! He's back... NOW WHAT?