I Hope

I hope when you see the color purple,

You’re reminded of the emotional bruises you’ve left me.

I hope when you feel cold,

You feel the warmth of the blanket I gave you.

I hope when you hear Spanish,

You think of the words I would whisper to you.

I hope when you look in the mirror,

You see my eyes reflected in yours.

I hope when you’re alone,

You remember the times we were together.

I hope when your family gets Café Rio,

You think of the jokes we had.

I hope when you’re lying in bed,

You remember the feel of my body next to yours.

I hope when your lips are dry,

You remember the last kiss you gave me.

I hope when you see the color purple,

You think of me and grieve.

Because I loved you.