Melting October

Gravity pulled the leaves to
Dead grass—the place was messy
And quiet; we rode together

You smiled often—it was
Contagious; emotions melted like

Crayons; look at what you have done
Reality faded softly—it was hard
To notice; You were so handsome

Food was salty and greasy; stiff
Comedians were funnier from the

Back row; if only we danced—
Birds flew high that day, I lost track
Of time—We knew it was love

Delicate Strength

Confidence is delicate glass
It broke once—or twice
Oh so delicate she thought
Snow is prettier frozen
You thought it was a mind trick
Being played like a piano
Pulse in my fingers—rosey
Cold nose; Proud I once was
Vain never to be found
You forgot and so did I
Words streamed like rivers
Flowing with no control
Paint my face—don't use tears
It's cold but you're here

Carnival Riot

You laughed, I guess I did too

The wind tasted like fried potatoes

and picked up tickets along the way

Eyes blink rapidly from the sun--

Wiping our tears of joy

You stayed with me the whole time

There's a hole in my jacket

Communication is staggered; words

Are stuttered and shattered

The bell rings, someone won a 

Stuffed prize; my palms are sticky

I guess I laughed too