words

the afternoon sun
sideswipes the buildings into beauty
the trees stand naked
remembering
reflecting
renouncing

a low among highs
self-medication and sadness
why today? why not.

a love that fills and drains
a friendship that never stands still
happiness is not to be
ever
or this minute
or maybe

perspective comes
the breath relaxes
the phone does not ring

a surprise test, failed
paths diverging once again
a feeling that will never end
elusive
ephemeral
everlasting

the sun sets
the sky glows
and writing fills the void