Soldier Boy
Soldier Boy
The rain is very thorough.
Going where I have to go
this summer afternoon I march west
beneath my own umbrella while
you beneath a floppy hat
dash marvelously east.
Why I wear this uniform
explains why I ignore
the perfume traipsing in your wake
the ribbons dancing in your hair
so I beneath my own umbrella
can keep on marching west.
Donal Mahoney
Copyright © Donal Mahoney | Year Posted 2010
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