Ever since

It was late January a year ago
that looking for a safe place
to lie my hope
I spotted you under the toadstool
talking to a swarm of ants
about what life would be like
if you were king.

And I thought your words
were straightforward and wise
your voice so steady and kind
and you had such moderation
in the eyes I thought you would
do great as king. My mind has
been the same ever since.