black eyes

i can never forget those eyes
they stared up at me
full of mystery, yet fearless

i saw your arms reach for me
wanting to be loved
but not admitting to need it

like a monkey, my little monkey
you held on to me
not willing to let go even if i did

you were so young
but you were full of experiences
experiences i couldn't fathom

what is to come of your little life?
where are you right now?
who will you grow up to be?

i may never know
but i will never forget.
i can never forget those eyes.