I used to see a Pillar
of strength, support, love.
that has not gone.
Yet, now I know
your pillar
is of Salt
Fragile
with cracks, imperfections.
your Strength
precarious
you could fall
at any time
Crumble, drift away
I am Afraid
to hold
Too Tight
I couldn't bear
to cause your demise
to cause
you to slip away