Rain

Rain interrupts us.
Slows us down and causes pause.
Plays with perception.

Tire store ambience

The stains run down the front of the garbage can, suggesting a stench. Next to the can sits an untouchable carafe, while on the television, a bear dismembers a salmon.

The "free" wifi doesn't work, and the extension cord is covered in paint.

But the tires smell wonderful. And the marketing images evoke a sense of confidence.

At an auto-body shop we wouldn't have it any other way.

Truth Like Water

put away old things
then rediscover and take
back what was before

chase truth like water.
poet comedians before
liars for hire