Ode to I Ching

By

Anthony G. D’Agnese

Close your eyes now
my longtime friend
and let this
time of suffering
come to a peaceful end.
We’ll walk together
soon, I’m sure,
as winter turns to spring
when snow gives way
to budding leaves,
and birds begin to sing.
The gentle breeze
shall call your name
along the waters edge.
For what we shared
and what you meant
shall never be forgot,
Your friendship spans
the years behind
your memory ahead.
You’ll always be
there next to me
companion and good friend.