CHRISTMAS DAY

The big day has come
I sit here alone
No wait, I have my two dogs
We head out to the park
To visit the stone
Your name inscribed there in granite 
The dogs sit beside you 
I take a quick snap
The result is above 
It’s as simple as that 

We head off back home
And brave the bitter cold 
Time for hot soup
Poured into a bowl 

Next stop the graveside 
I read you my poems
Some are happy
Most are sad
Sitting here with you 
Makes me feel glad 

After an hour
The cold takes its toll
I bid you farewell 
And head off back home