candy wrappers

i don't understand how to let go of people  like they were

candy wrappers.

to think- the centre has been enjoyed. the sweetness run out.

now let the shiny covers slip through the fingers, dance through the breeze. 

now forget the dwindling flavours on the tongue, lick your lips, forget.

gulp down some water and let it all wash away 

into the abyss.