Nov 12, 2006 04:03
every year around this time i pay tribute to an absent friend. we all have our rituals - some use lemon for bitterness, salt for tears, and an overturned wine glass for toasts never to be shared again. some leave flowers in front of cold stones. for a time i burned letters - now i use an empty place setting and a bowl of rice.
not all watches need be kept alone, nor all vigils be silent. remembrance need not be sober. i have many hours to be quietly contemplative - after. any one who wishes to join me beforehand for sushi and laughter is welcome.
this tuesday, yama. let me know.