In Cal Anderson Park
memories of girls
flow down the volcano fountain
Not drowning
Not swimming
Floating on the top
like an old styrofoam cup
too light to sink,
not a coin
heavy with
wishes
Gold Sacageweas
collect
forgotten purse bottoms
not fitting
the slots of
machines
win
attention, digital enemies
to beat,
stuffed animals
to be carried home.
She never fits.
Composed early to mid-morning. 10-18-10
Influence: reading "Sorry Trees" - Eileen Myles
listened to: Compline, St.Mark's
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