Be like the wind that never vanishes
in the summer clouds where spirits run.

Be the warmth of a young fire newly birthed into the universe
that only fades when those around it are ready to live in new light.

Be the heart that heals
when the world has none to offer
and sing to the lonely soul with nary a friend to call by name.

Be the one whose face will never be forgotten
until death may take the sight from our eyes.

You knew not of a greater purpose that filled your life
on this earth where sadness is abundant as the spring flowers.

Yet you gave all that could ever be asked
with no demands in your heart.

Perhaps you saw the blights of this world
with your keen eyes and muzzle
and wept on the inside,
but you could never fathom the kindred soul you carried.

Be like the wind, young child of the land and water
and pass over the endless fields and mountains,
carrying the hearts of those you knew in life.





I'll miss you Nico. I'll always love you like no other dog, and you were my best friend in the loneliest parts of my life. I hope you'll stay with me, even if I can't see you, and know that my heart will never replace you. I swear this to you. You were the best companion I could ever have.


*Kira kneels in the middle of the clearing, the afternoon sun shining above, as he leaves a collar and flower behind.*