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
Cheeky Monkey Poetry 