clothes

I have clothes that remind me of better days,

When I was more carefree and had less of my woes.

I have jeans with rips at the knees,

That remind me of dancing, walking, hugging and fun.

I have novelty socks given to me in love,

From a beautiful mother who I no longer see.

I have hats and scarves that were presents,

From friends and lovers and family.

I have shirts that kissed her and felt love,

That were discarded in fits of yearning passion.

I have shorts that have jumped into the sea with me,

and spent long summers wondering coastal paths.

I am lucky. I have clothes