Changing – July 2022

From Shaman’s Circle, 1996, by Nancy Wood

 

The life I shared with you was filled with flowers,

but even flowers fade, as do rainbows

and the smiles we used to share. Remember?

 

Our paths were joined for our chosen time

and together we grew stronger than we

would have grown alone. But now, my love,

 

I must go beyond this place we shared together,

to a destination still unknown. My heart is

filled with love and sorrow, joy and anticipation.

 

Our common journey taught us to value one another’s causes,

just as it opened the door to our individual claims. I do not

love you less for deserting our common path, for the memory

of each step is what sustains me as I grope toward higher ground.

Oh, my love, I thank you for never letting go of my hand.