Shopping

It starts with a whoosh.

The door gliding open, smoothly.

Fruits and vegetables.

Stocked and stacked.

They try to reach the ceiling.

Shelves upon shelves.

Layers of cans and boxes.

Everything is snug and fitting.

I walk to the freezer section.

Cold but peaceful.

A gentle whirling when I open the door.

Beeping and footsteps and chatter.

Back to the doors, I step in sync with another shopper.

I can’t help but wonder what they bought.

Leaving the store, I take my bags.

Leaving behind a friendly goodbye.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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