Patience

As he watched her walk away,
Back to him,
He felt the tunnel vision begin,
Felt the jealousy burrow low in his gut,
Felt the immeasurable pain wrack his limbs.

But he smiled,
As she turned back to wave goodbye
From beside her car,
Because he needed her,
In whatever way she would allow.

So as a friend,
He would stand faithful
And loyal,
Ready to catch her
When he let her go.