Yes, it is true. But, the fact isn't incredible. For years, we have existed at peace until your race came into being.

"What do you mean?"

You humans are only a splash of light in our midst. Your existence is barely a tiny hint of a second compared to us. Yet, you seemed not to like your stay on this earth.

Smiling, relieved, focused and out of mind, I walked away and pondered on that small tale by a massive lonesome boulder, the reminder of a-thousand-year-ago eruption of a nearby volcano.

My strides were straight now across a path of cemented walk where in between them each step, tiny marigolds are superimposed among its dark green leaves.

I was then experiencing elation. The one I love will be back someday from a greener pasture. When? I know she would find a way.I know she won't be lost. Neither hope.

© REY ADEL March 6, 1991