By David Pela
The dying man opened his eyes a slit, piercing the darkness.
Family and friends filled the room. Grief lined their faces.
The sadness was palpable.
His lover stood near his innocent wife; his son scowled in the corner.
His foggy mind went back to times he had spent with these people.
Laughter they had shared echoed in his mind. He recalled pain they suffered together.
There had been joy and anger. He remembered the warmth of silent companionship.
He struggled to lift his head and opened his eyes wide.
“Why are you all so sad? You are only losing one friend.”
Good show. Unexpected ending. Caught me by surprise.