Things Missed

I miss the feeling of safety
I had as a child.
We could walk to the store or school.
And rotary phones you dialed.

I miss someone hugging me,
Saying things will be all right.
Not because I'm a baby,
But everyone needs that in life.

I miss listening to music,
I used to all the time.
Not so much anymore,
Too much on my mind.

I miss playing board games
With friends, or playing
 Canasta with Mom and friends.
Not being able to meld was infuriating.

I miss talking to my Grandma,
She always had my back.
She's my Guardian Angel now--
I know that's a fact.

I miss making kolaches, candy,
And Christmas cookies to share
With friends.  I miss the big family
Dinners--special affairs.

I miss my late boyfriend
And the fun times we had.
He and Mom were buddies,
He even got along with Dad.

It's not my pity party,
It's just things I miss.
Everyone misses things,
I just made a list.