Memories of 2020

Remember that ride to school

When a spider fell on you?

You screamed so loud

I slipped off the seat.

But you don't

'Cause that's a memory we never made.

Remember that day we got late

Hence I was running up the stairs?

Suddenly I tripped,

And brought you down with me.

But you don't

'Cause that's a memory we never made.

Remember when you forgot your breakfast

So we had to share mine?

We sat 'neath the trees outside,

And he saw you for the first time.

But you don't

'Cause that's a memory we never made.

Remember that time you didn't do your homework

And he let you copy his?

He called it your first date.

You were so happy.

But you don't

'Cause that's a memory you never made.

Remember when I discovered

That that quiet girl had the same interests as me?

We'd spend our breaks in the library

Discussing everything.

But you don't

'Cause that's a memory I never made.

Remember the tears we shed

During our farewell party?

We exchanged phone numbers,

And promised to stay in touch.

But you don't

'Cause that's a memory we never made.

Remember the sarees and suits we wore

On our final day?

We took photos standing six feet apart

As we struggled to recall each other's names.

Of course you do

'Cause that's the only memory we made.