late autumn

[slowlyunfolding]

the cold and the rain
aching joints and misplaced umbrellas
pavement glistening
green traffic lights reflecting in the road
a pool next to the sidewalk I could step in
and drown
the wind cut through me
my coat no protection
it feels so dark
even during the day
there is something in the air
coffee after coffee
needing warmth and sanctuary
it's too much
to ask of someone else
at this time of year