We Never Knew - Roses are Red

I saw her standing there in line again

I wondered what she’s running from this time

She travels light again, a suitcase with her memories inside

Memories like mine

A stillness all around you

The silence was the only clue

But we never knew

Behind your tired eyes you are longing for the same things that I do

But we never knew

She caught me staring when she walked away

She wonders what I’m thinking of this time

She left me waiting there, with just her faded memories in mind

Memories like mine

So take me far from here she said

A ticket in her hand a heart full of regret

And I turned my head to watch her go