Darkness abounds in every season.

Autumn, it resides in the crisp bark of red trees, whose leaves descend.

Winter, in the deep murky waters beneath a frozen lake.

Spring, in your shadow on the pavement,

forever trailing those who walk in the sun.

Summer, in the black skies of the late night

where we cry out to God.

Where darkness lives, there is always light.

Autumn, in the pale sun brea...

I dance in the rain

With tears in my eyes

Remembering the day

A part of me died

When you left this earth

A piece of me you took

The rain disguises my weeping

So no one takes a second look

A father daughter bond

Is one that’s unmatched

I still can’t comprehend

Why from my life you were snatched

So I dance in the rain

With tears in my eyes

Hoping for a happier tomorrow

For you dad, I’ll try...

I sauntered down the jungle themed path and sat down on the bench near the White Tiger enclosure. I delighted in spending my breaks here, particularly on Monday’s. Every Monday, a small girl with brilliant white hair and royal blue eyes would visit the White Tiger Exhibit with her mother. I eavesdropped innocently on their conversations. I’ll never forget their first time visiting the enclosure.

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