Embraced

She felt his hand slip away,

but had no regret.

She knew he'd follow

when it was time.

She focused

on the clearing mist,

that finally dissipated

and revealed

those waiting.

Thousands of faces.

She laughed

as she passed them,

recognizing everyone.

Touching. Calling.

Naming them one by one,

as they embraced her

and welcomed her home.

© 2010 Tamera Dobbins