Communion

On a dry, hot summer day,

a meal was shared

rekindling memories, celebrating what is present,

and imagining a story for the future

originating from the lore of the past.

Alliances were confirmed,

and respects were paid

to each one’s past sufferings.

Laying down lazily in the chair,

we shared what we cared about,

all the while knowing the end is just there.

Merrily, we said goodbyes,

shook hands and share hugs,

and walked out into the dark, humid summer night

to face the new days to come.

7.1.2026