Eddie

this morning

you graced my ears with the finest of music
sounds that filled the place I knew only music could touch
I lifted you wrapped and limp from my bed
and purred with you

then

my tears glistening in your still black fur
I waited for your rest box
as you grew cold in my arms
first the pads on your paws
then your bone thin legs

now

I hold you more tightly just to keep you warm
for a tiny bit longer
listening
while I go to that place
I thought only music could take me

and

with your last smidgeon of warmth cradled in my arms
I sway to the beat

@margaretwise