monday morning
after restless sleep
i wrote a letter.

it was my
confession
and apology.

it took awhile
for things
to happen the
way they did.

some
evenings later
i found your
old comic page
of the friday
newspaper.

an unfinished
crossword
with the word
"BENT. BENT. BENT."
repeated in
familiar handwriting
the across clues
44 and 45 are highlighted
"They're tightened during hard times."
and "It might be heard from one going to court."

Belts.
Argument.

my horoscope just about
the crossword puzzle read:

You've brought support, education and inspiration to a relationship. Now you'll see why this matters. A loved on is offered a rare opportunity, all thanks to you.







tartufi?