He nestled his nose in the
Crook of my arm, breathing
Out one hot breath after the
Other, trusting me as he
Always had, his whole life
Long. Then the vet lifted
Him onto the table. I stood,
Petting him as his heart slowed
While the vet listened. She
Looked up, nodding. I looked
Down, not able to look up as
I left. On hikes when he was
Out of sight I used to call
“Duffy, I can’t see you.”
He always appeared. I
Wanted to do that again.
Later on at home, I meant
to call Jessica, but said “Duffy”
Instead. I corrected myself
But Jessica watched the
Hall a long time, waiting.
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