Clouds hung over the bay

Rain falling all day

Incessant soaking rain

She was determined to walk as usual

Donning a waterproof jacket

Stepping out into the cool afternoon air

Her face was soon dripping wet

It was the perfect cover for her silent tears

She walked the empty trail along the water’s edge

Reminiscing of her lost love

He had passed away a year ago

Each step brought more pain

She paused to take a breath

Looking out over the bay

Searching for answers that will never be found

Loneliness was eating her away from the inside

Sadness clung to her like weighted overcoat

Her silent tears washed away in the rain

A stray dog walked towards her

Stopping by her feet and looking up at her

She bent down to pat him

He had no collar or name tag

Are you lost? she asked him

His eyes fixed upon hers

Lets go home she told him

He walked by her side attentively

Once home she dried his soaked fur and fed him

She was tempted to adopt him

He had already decided to adopt her

She looked at him and asked did he send you?

The dog barked a yes

She named him after her husband

No more lonely walks

He stayed by her side at all times

Her tears stopped flowing

She learned to smile again