The Sound of Laughter

You stand in a crowded room with people who call you friend.
You hold the hand of a woman who doesn't really know you.
You wonder to yourself how did I get here, how did my life turn out this way?
You close your eyes and take a deep breath.
The sound of laughter echoes in your ears like a distant memory, a dream long forgotten.
In your minds eye, you see her.
A light breeze blows by, the scent of lilies and the feel of magic all around.
Suddenly she is standing in front of you.
She starts to dance, moving with ease and grace.
She takes your hand, and you twirl her about.
You look around you as faerie dust flies through the air; her extraordinary magic sinks into your very being.
This spell she has weaved has connected you to her.
She is now in your head and your heart.
You smile and feel the love she has to offer, but now she begins to move farther and farther away.
You reach out for her, but she slips through your fingers.
Her hand is no longer there.
You open your eyes and sadness overwhelms you as a single tear silently rolls down your cheek.

 ©JennaClaireDouglass