Sailed On..

At times I catch myself in a trap of unwarranted guilt.

I find my mind wandering to the whereabouts of particular souls..
The vessels I've sailed beyond, or the ones that left me behind.

For one I would love to give a heart..
Another the embodiment of a real friend..
Some what it is to be nurturer, especially to life brought..

Sometimes I want to be the bearer of gifts..
A new wardrobe, a new outlook,a shared laugh, a welcome hand...

But there are times you settle for well wishes.
You can not become a lifestyle for others,
You can only live your own.

A.S.