Monday, April 19, 2010

The Grocery Game

"You're so lucky!" she exclaimed
As our carts accidentally clashed,
Hers full, mine nearly empty.
"Just look at you, you lucky girl,
No cheerios, no pudding pops,
No handy-wipes or birthday hats,
Just dried figs, yams, and tofu,
Frozen peas and pickled beets--
I'd never dare bring that lot home.
Got to go now, thery're all waiting,
Bye for now, I envy you!"
So joyously she swept along
And left me to my happy task,
To clench my heart, and force a smile,
And linger down the baby aisle.


(c)M. Lee Alexander
from Observatory, 2007
Finishing Line Press, Georgetown, KY

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