All relationships need kindling
It’s too easy to become wrapped up
in the monotony of daily life
and think things will fix themselves
with the drying of the plastic dishes on the counter
But sometimes gotta get out of the kitchen
go to a place where there are no dishes to wash
no routines to keep
a different perspective and air to breathe
We played in the field after dinner
and it was not planned
I saw you smile in the dunes
and make jokes while pedaling the surrey
It wasn’t you and I arguing
or me wishing you were 8 again
We were just ourselves
and there was no animosity
or harsh words or sadness
There are new memories on the beach now
a twinkle in my eye when I look southward
and see the city where we spent a weekend
A much-needed weekend
spontaneous and free
The you and me that always has been
and hopefully always will be.
Busted Flip Flops 