Friday, May 20, 2022

The Soul's Lobby

just enough to stir the air,

they spin...

around slowly but consistently

with purpose...

tall ceilings capture the heat 

of the day,

venting it through a flat

surface...

we sit in overstuffed chairs

with high backs,

located in the lobbies of our

familiar accommodations;

with cocktails served precisely

when the sun can no longer

be seen through the window;

we nurture our thoughts

along with our drinks

and smile at the tourists

who have come by

for a visit...

seeking out the coolness of

the inside,

to escape the broadcasting of

the sun's heat;

our attention diminishes as if

losing more pieces than

anticipated while

playing chess...  knowing all

along that we prefer

backgammon...

there is no ice in the Middle East

and we long for civilization

and the dawn of

enlightenment...

we are remiss with our politeness

and beg our host's

indulgence...  seeing no

need to leave prematurely.


14 May 2022



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