Missing Melody

Navaris Darson

I loved the magical way

our melodies played together,

our soft tones rising and falling

to create beautiful harmonies 

out of a perfect unison. 

Now I tread the staff alone 

and dread the measures ahead;

for no melody—no matter 

how lovely or strong—

can transcend space or line 

to weave harmonies on its own.

October 07, 2020