Drinking Memories

I drank a coffee and thought of you

As the liquid cascaded down the inside of my soul

The warmth of your memory filled my spirit

I drank a hot apple cider and remembered a place

Where sunshine rises over the water and casts a smiling glo

Today I drank a cup of coffee and thought of you...and it is good

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