Domino

The sun attempted to pull
The linens from a humid Midwestern
Morning. I stood on the banks of the lake
Prepared to challenge the day.

You lay asleep like the city, unaware
Of my battle. I had left your side in an effort to fight
Time. The firestorm of heat and minutes
Battered my body and my mind.

Unable to resist, I because porous. Condensation
Breached my comfort. Tears escaped like so many
Precious seasons.

You were blissfully at home.