My Julie

I have a vivid memory of her as she stood by my bedside
In that hospital bed with only weeks or days before I died

She was near midlife at that point, a woman of rare beauty
Come after years apart to see me once more, to do her duty

Then my body repaired itself and again am here
I will have to leave this life to bring her back, I fear

She has known disappointment and far too much pain
Too many times she has looked for love and help in vain

I wish that whatever led my body to this repair
Could mend the breaks and bruises she has up there