To Leo (Tanka IV, V & VI)

IV

I will hold your name

Until my last breath fades out

This is my promise.

To honor you, to witness,

To watch you rise and be free

V

You are listening.

How my voice turns into calm,

Soft waves of solace.

Here, you are safe to wander,

Open-hearted into joy.

VI

I wait for the day

I can hold you close again,

To celebrate you.

Each day blooms like a blessing

Where you live as your true self