Afterward

My constant companion Wing, at home in the woods.

Afterward

12/27/10

Christmas can stir many emotions

igniting highs of nurturing joy

watching young and old interact,

be enthused, playful, often surprised

by words uttered, affection displayed,

as everyone smiles and laughs,

a peak experience in contrast

to regular less populated days,

where sharing with family, friends,

can be few, far between,

which stands out in hindsight

when thinking about my interactions,

communication, giving, instigated by me,

how little I reach out,

keep updated by frequent contact

with those professing love for,

while living singularly, only animals

are daily companionship to exchange

love for each other afterward.