For Willy

Six years ago, our dear friend Jim Williamson died. I wrote this then.

For Willy

autumn is a good time
when leaves blanket our paths
soften our steps and
quiet the earth as it prepares for winter

autumn is a good time
as we pull our blankets from closets
to wrap ourselves 
in quiet contemplation of anticipated frosts

autumn is a good time
if any time must be good for the sorrow
of the empty chair
of the bare branch
even as you drift away
we will gather the red and gold memories
and prepare for the winter of your absence

and anticipate spring when we will greet you
once again
with the budding of the trees and
return of the songbirds

love kimiko
oct 17 2012