We drive around so that I can call in on the first few of my customers. Others to see on 

other days, most of whom I have known for many years. Their gardens. 

And in some cases their families. I want to tell them in person that I can no longer work. 

It’s early February, so there’s time for them to make other arrangements. 

Afterwards, we stop off at the park. Between the three of us, eight legs need a stretch. 

dog wets 

the foot of 

a pylon