Abstract
How long does it take
to bare a soul made of rivers
How long does it take
to listen to the ribbons that tie
truths to swollen hearts
How long does it take
to learn new languages scented
with baked breads
and shared carafes of burgundies and sweet
liqueur
of little hands with chocolates
crumbs on your apron
How long does it take to see the blush of Terra Cotta
to the tile-stoned walkway and
the bier outside?
How long does it take to talk about death?