Animals rather than people plants rather than animals rocks rather than plants are better friends for Rakan. Waves are lapping the beach. Trees are rustling in breezes. Birds are resting on fences. People are sick in bed.
Raccoons wash fish.
Rakan are everywhere. When you recognize them they are no longer strangers. NEAR SO FAR You started growing in my womb a miracle of the universe. You made me throw up for six weeks. You were gentle but sure telling your existence to your mother.