I remember thinking like that guy.
I remember being so sure I'd make that nebulous goal.
I remember getting more unsure every passing year.
I remember how happy she was with other guys.
I remember the first time I realized I couldn't make her that happy.
I remember meeting her fiancé.
I remember visiting after their first child.
I remember the last time we parted ways.
I remember he waved and she said "I'll call you later".
I remember I said "goodbye" and took a job on the road.
I don't remember her ever calling me afterward.
I remember deleting her contact info after a decade of silence.
Seize the day, kids. Time stops for no one.
Bourbon and bitters tonight. Just like every other night.
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