The prospect of departure
is like wood settling in to the fire,
causing a quickening of flames —
our actions burn warmer
though there is less fuel
to work with
We will do what we can
and leave when we have to.
There is power and comfort
in closure.
We’ll savor the silence
before the next act.
©Wendy Mulhern
November 21, 2019
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