Bodhi

                                  

Tears on the floor
the morning sun rises
without you…
in every breath, I feel you
why does love hurt so bad?

Dawn,

when the curtain of the sky lifts,

pink bowing  into blue  

the time for day to debut

that was when little Bodhi

would follow me

into the living room

to sit on my lap

while I meditated

that is the hour

I will miss him most

Bless angels like Daniela 

Yes, it  hurts when your beloved pet dies 

tears flow like a river that will not stop–

Yet, Daniela is there to steady your heart

to help you know

you have done what love requires

It is so comforting to know

that in this crazy world,

there are hands like Daniela

gentle, sure and full of grace

guiding a soul towards freedom

ending suffering and pain

closing a chapter

with dignity and tenderness

Bless Daniela,

as she carries Bodhi away

on a bed fit for a king

at peace already touching heaven

Goodbye little guy

we will miss you so much        

                                                       Genie Nakano , April 10, 2026

Bodhi, 21 years old when he passed on…..

Published by genienakano

I love writing--It's my joy, my therapy--my confession. I'm a performer, dancer, yoga and meditation instructor, write a poetry column for Rafu Shimpo. Growth and love of life is a key to my happiness.

2 thoughts on “Bodhi

  1. Dear Genie, So sorry for your loss! And yet, 21 is a good lifespan for a dog. But it always hurts.

    I am taking care of a friend’s dog for a couple of months while they are moving out of state.

    Sadly, someone threw rat poison over the fence and poisoned her, thinking she was barking too much. It was one of several other dogs nearby as I kept her in the house at night. I took her to the vet and then to the veterinary hospital, but she died anyway. Cost me $3000, but she died anyway.

    I haven’t had a dog since then, so it’s fun taking care of a friend’s dog.

    My prayers for peace in your heart.

    Very respectfully,

    Charles Harmon

    autumn leaves

    tossing old cards

    from the Rolodex

    ~ch autumn moon 09062024

    abandoned vineyard

    the sweetness

    of neglected grapes

    ~ch Heron’s Nest 03142024

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