Sunday, February 2, 2020

Two Lovers


Two lovers hand-in-hand strolled leisurely
across the bridge spanning the Chicago
River, early evening, summertime, still

light outside. They stopped midway and
fell into a passionate embrace, in front of
God and country, mind you. Traffic

slowed to a snail’s pace, drivers gawking
and blowing their horns as the two locked
lips in a passionate kiss. A tour ship

below blasted its whistle as passengers stood
and cheered. Undeterred by the onlookers
exploding exhortation, the lovers continued

their ardent display. For a brief moment in
passing, the brashness of the big city melted
away, and perfect strangers fell in love again.

                     -30-

Chris Hanch 1-29-2020

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