Until

Nice to see you.
Thanks for showing.
My troubles sharing
And in the knowing

You are with me,
Guiding steps,
Calm reminders,
Familiar reps

Of moods and moments
We've shared as family.
Flickering versions
As through a homily

Of lessons learned
And quiet comfort,
For which I've yearned.
And sought to bundle.

Now together,
To face the challenge
Makes me stronger
Keeps me balanced.

Though I've wandered
This way and that,
I haven't wondered
Where you're at.

I know you're with me
As we go.
Lighting lanterns
To and fro.

Still I miss you
And I treasure
Times remind me
We are together.

Please keep showing
Your presence near.
Through it all,
I'll bend an ear

To the birdsong
And the wind,
Roaring oceans
And call from friends.

Please wait for me.
I know you will.
Please comfort me
Along, until.


10/7/20