Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go.
The bright love of my heart. Wasn't that so true? The way her yellow and white coat almost seemed to glow. So bright. The way my heart lights up a little more each time she touches me, speaks to me, feeling her warm breath against my body. I almost sigh. I almost close my eyes and relish the feel of it. But I don't. They stay on her, laughing with her and darkening in sadness when she tells me her story.
All was well.
For now.
Wasn't that how it always worked.
I touch my lips to her cheek, allowing them to linger. I burned to tell her how much she meant to me, but she wasn't there yet. Not quite. So I would touch her and linger with her and talk and just in general be there. I would do anything she needed me to do without questions, without a pause.
"Dark is just another part of life. I am sorry you have had more of it than others." I touch of my lips to her forehead. Another smile. "I will help you face the darkness, if you need me Sunshine girl." I huff softly against her skin, moving my lips to her neck even as she settles back in at my side.
"I will always be there if you need me." I choke on the words 'that's what friends are for.' So I don't say them, even if I should. "I am glad you stayed too. It is so good to see you. It makes my heart happy."
