the way to do is be.

two circular stones
revealed from pockets,
yours and mine.

the way, dear grief, is open
your thoughts on him—

be windswept
desert ridge at dusk
and walk back in starlight.

be next day lost oasis
creekbed shadow in November sun
warm breeze across your open palm.

the ease of quiet
the love that isn’t going anywhere
be.

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11/07/23 for Jaime - Joshua Tree, CA