I felt the chill, the brittle cold .
No, it wasnt because
I had sat too long
on the park bench
on a chilly Friday night.
No, it wasnt because of
The lack of coat or extra
Clothing.
It was more like
I couldnt feel
Any warmth passing through
My palms -
My neck-
My heart.
I was just
Cold .
[ g.c ]
