The Best of Times
Fallen leaves, decaying matter,
Sweet sensations, Fry batter,
Carnival barkers, Illicit thrills,
Popping oil, Flashing lights,
The best of times.
Other children shouting, Other Parents smiling,
Fumes of funnel cakes, Iridescent bulbs aglow,
Other smiling couples, Other happy families,
Darts popping balloons, Hammers hitting bells,
The best of times.
Envious sadness, Thoughts despair,
Wishing for more, Accepting less,
The best of times.
Birthdays
The child blows the
Cake with candles ablaze-
Yesterday's gifts today.
Springtime
Dandelion fluff frames your face
While the wind flutters and dances
Hundreds of cascading parachutes flying.
You smile, I have lost.
Losing has never felt so good.
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