Betrayal

I never wished to know the curse of

Blood

But life has taken me a long way along

This twisted tangled path of

Longing, betrayal and love

There is a spur that cuts deep into my flesh

There is a curse that feeds upon a wish for happiness

That lies in any direction

That leads me far from my truth

What about

Instead

Contentment

The simple joy that rests upon

The inner knowing of the truth

Of who I am

Of what brings me peace

The simple sense of comfort

And wholeness I feel

That arises in my heart

While being close to you

My beloved furry companion

Thank you

For this

The simple gift of your presence

Bless you for this

The knowing of how good it feels

To no longer be

Feeling the agony of pain

That comes from human betrayal