He always kissed his wife goodbye, as they went their separate ways to their work, and sometimes he held her hand on parting; reluctant to let it go, for her hand in his was like a small warm animal, safe and secure in its burrow. That parting kiss, and He always kissed his wife goodbye, as they went their separate ways to their work, and sometimes he held her hand on parting; reluctant to let it go, for her hand in his was like a small warm animal, safe and secure in its burrow. That parting... Sign in to see full entry.