Raw Air

Cold, raw air
Wet thick air
enveloped me on the walk to school
wrapped its arms around me
chilled me to the quick
huddled under the raincoat
hurrying homeward
glad for the lights and the crossing guard
quickening my pace
to the warmth inside

October 18, 2006 21:40


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