To Friendship Afar

As we straddle kingdoms seeking our inner turnings -- those sweet twists & curves that outline the voluptuousness of our souls -- I am content to let the Unknown rest between us. In such an expanse, we can't help but stretch ourselves more finely into form. Our sandcastles may be downstream, upriver; yet, we share the same shore. And I do enjoy the lapping waves. I do enjoy the silence at water's edge. I do enjoy soaking my feet as I break from the workings of my kingdom. And I smell you when the wind picks up. And I feel glad, especially when I'm not afraid. I love my fear. It is wise & telling. And some days, it needs to go on its way.

Thank you for your humanness. I see it. I hear it. I smell it, like the horse sweat on my hat.