Monday, May 6, 2019

BARGAIN


The shadow of the Third Avenue El
Roams free on moonless nights. Once,
My grandfather met it on Mott Street.
He was eight; his parents had still 
The habit of being alive. I suspect 
Some sort of deal was made. Later,
When I knew him, I’d sometimes see 
Shadows where I didn't expect them
Warily keeping their distance.

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