Wally

Salt water mist covers tears,
walking hundreds of miles away,
as goodbyes are said
to a companion driven by anxiety

love a multifaceted
wash on the shore prescence
felt, abscence known,
memories carried still

the child comforted by a
pillow body, a lick
a nuzzle, a paw pushing
protecting, giggles

an adult at home with
non judgemental companionship
walking around ponds
waves wash onto shores

gifts received, taken,
understanding lacking shells
crack enjoying fresh
seafood still grief.

gkn July 2018