For My Friend
Posted: Fri Apr 05, 2019 7:27 pm
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For My Friend
I walk toward the river
On a path I hadn't noticed before.
A dusk breeze exhales
From the snow bound mountains
As my heavy steps crunch and snap
Old leaves and brittle branches
And a half hidden sun
Scatters orange everywhere.
A leaf lets go
Sways cradle-like
Through color and silence.
Gently, I pick it up
It reminds me of you.
Luminous
In the sleepy sun's descent.
Intricate veins map wisdom
And tenderness,
Courage and gentle acceptance
Of rigid seasons.
As tree shadows slice the ground
I walk home
With you in my hand.
For My Friend
I walk toward the river
On a path I hadn't noticed before.
A dusk breeze exhales
From the snow bound mountains
As my heavy steps crunch and snap
Old leaves and brittle branches
And a half hidden sun
Scatters orange everywhere.
A leaf lets go
Sways cradle-like
Through color and silence.
Gently, I pick it up
It reminds me of you.
Luminous
In the sleepy sun's descent.
Intricate veins map wisdom
And tenderness,
Courage and gentle acceptance
Of rigid seasons.
As tree shadows slice the ground
I walk home
With you in my hand.