Hoodie Baby

Sitting at a bus shelter - skinny hoodie baby, denim-discount - sad little figure, Elfin faced even with the nose ring. I know this stranger. Her alien eyes search for other alien eyes. She's been staring at empty walls lately, I can tell, I’ve stared at those same walls. I’m guessing the weight of her solitude will increase. I hope she finds someone to be with who understands. I want to tell her that life outgrows itself, blooms and becomes - but just walk on by.