Henry

[saw]

we hiked the trails he hiked
boots trampling the same cherished earth,
and when we were deep enough in the woods
we stopped to sit on a fallen tree

we were in the cathedral of pine and oak
we became reverent
we sat on this log silently, and then Lee
reached into his backpack

pulled out an old herb jar
once used for Rosemary, now filled
with a portion of our dear friend's ashes
our fellow outdoorsman

and we unscrewed the lid
and scattered Henry over the thick ferns
and bowed our heads as the white dust
returned to the soil he loved

without speaking we threw on our packs
picked up our walking sticks, paid homage
quietly in our heads, and continued on....
a little lighter than when we began

except for our hearts

[sasha]

I suspect Henry would have approved. Sorry for your loss....

[mtmynd]

Henry was there with both of you knowing what great guys you are.

My condolences.

[saw]

thanx gents...a great friend gone too soon