a strong, steady gaze,

brown eyes, dark hair, spectacles, 

wee hint of a smile.

the warmth you once held

cannot be preserved 2-D.                  

you’ll try though, big smile!

so lovely, i’d say,

though not the most dashing, you

shine! my guiding light.

you left me behind,

so i carry you with me

sized in 2 by 2.