Things never said

We sit in silence. There are things that should or could be said, but aren't. There are questions that could or should be asked but, aren't. Instead, we sit quietly together and offer a smile to one another from time to time. We may talk about the news or weather, a television show, or other people but, the important things that could or should be discussed never are. Is this the way it has always been? Maybe, I don't remember. This is the way it is now. What does she think about? How does she feel? Angry, sad, scared, lonely? Tired, weak or hurting? I don't know, she doesn't say and I do not ask. A hug and a kiss an I'll miss you, tears, I love yous exchanged and goodbyes. An " I'll be back soon" from me, a yes nod from her. A wiping of tears as we pass. A wave from the porch, a wave back from the car, goodbye mom! A thought from me, I love you mom and it is hard to leave you here.