Since she is no longer here
the days must teach me how to live
and lead me on the ways I should go.

I will befriend these autumn nights -
they know darkness well and are kind
to souls adrift during the lights of day.

Since now I have no star to steer by
I will welcome strangers who come
since she has gone, too early, away.
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Portland, Oregon - October 23, 2022

My beloved wife of over 31 years passed away on a lovely autumn evening just weeks ago - Far too soon and too young. Bon voyage, dear!