I hold the sun in one hand,
hold raindrops in the other—
for if I can carry both,
I will find the rainbow.

And there you’ll be—bright
brown eyes and wagging tail,
my sweet boy who filled my
life with endless joy.

I’ll hold you in my arms,
bury my face in your soft fur,
tell you how much I’ve missed
our walks and naps and car rides.

I hold the sun in one hand,
hold raindrops in the other—
but the rainbow slips through
my fingers, multicolored tears.

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Arvilla Fee lives in Dayton, Ohio with her husband, three of her six children, and two dogs. She teaches for Clark State College, is the lead poetry editor for October Hill Magazine, and has been published in over 100 magazines. Her three poetry books, The Human Side, This is Life, and Mosaic: A Million Little Pieces are available on Amazon. Arvilla’s life advice: Never travel without snacks. Visit her website and her online magazine: https://soulpoetry7.com/