It was just one normal day when she first met him
He approached her and asked a random question
Although it was random, it was also creatively said
Most guys would just say ‘Hey’ or something poor
But this man had a different feel to him she thought
Something trusting and sweet mixed with bold dreams
Not only did he talk the talk, but he certainly walked it
He followed through on what he set his mind to do
He jumped out of airplanes to fall from the sky
Bungee jumping and wingsuit gliding down to earth
Starting his own businesses and going to all events
He even bought a motorcycle which he always wanted
Despite journeying alone, he’d make friends anywhere
There was only one flaw that was neither of their faults
If she could change one thing, it would be the distance
See he lived so far away from her which made it hard
You’d swear it felt like they were worlds apart here
And being so far meant mostly talking on the phone
It was fine at first and the fun never faded once
Family and friends could see the light in her eyes
They knew something was going on in her life
There was someone new present that brought joy
Though they had a hunch, she didn’t say much
Preferring to keep this in their own little world
Living their lives while doing the best they can
He’d asked her plans for the day, she’d say be safe
Especially on that motorcycle he would drive on
Over time she finally told those close to her
While some supported, most were against it
He was so far away, they didn’t trust him much
She’d talk about his excursions and they’d dread
He’s too dangerous this ranger from the West
They would always put him down and sway her
Find someone closer they’d suggest or move on
They sensed he was not good or just a facade
He was not bad, only sad at the current situation
Eventually that sadness crept into her life too
Her family and friends encouraged her to be happy
After a certain amount of time passed she gave up
The timing was right, but the placement was not
She fell for the trailblazer, but had to pave her own way
And so one day she told him that they were through
She was hoping to stay in touch as they moved on
He agreed but gave her the space she needed
Her family and friends were relieved to hear this
She knew he was sad and would go on an adventure
Maybe scuba dive or some sort of nature thrill ride
Anything to help clear his mind of what happened
Two months had passed since they had last spoken
She thought of him and couldn’t stop that pondering
Her loved ones could see the sadness in her eyes
Eventually they encouraged her to try contacting him
Just see how he has been doing all these weeks later
She sent a message to see what’s new in his life
A part of her kind of hoped maybe they’d rekindle
Finding that spark that was present before it ended
But unfortunately she didn’t get a reply from him
And a disappointed look appeared on her face
She thought perhaps he truly did move on from her
What she didn’t know was that he was never going to respond
For on the day that she ended it, he took a ride on his bike
Out on the rainy, late afternoon road to help clear his mind
When a semi-truck slid into him and sent him flying far
As he laid there with a few minutes left he thought of her
The rain hitting his face through the cracks in his helmet
He tried to reach out his hand, but could barely move a finger
The eyes were fading as he wished her love and happiness
His final thought was of distance and what could’ve been. . .
Novatourist 