shoes

Macy’s sales rack

I keep the shoes

on my side

of the bed

just in case

I want

to strap them on

for you

Two women

came before me

Young

and flexible

There was one pair
left in my size
I couldn't possibly wear these
I protested
Oh, you will
they said.

Eyes

Eye

So you know

we are disappearing

Gravelled folds

keep

the silence