That night he dreamt that she still loved
him – a proviso – he had to lug her cases –
so her offer was cast aside [a rarity in his
life – of new hindsight falling into place] –
She grabbed at a pathetic embrace [tear-
streamed arrogance is an act to behold] –
Her nipple was cold on his lip [dead-bit]
as he spat it out – spilt milk a sour drink –
best left to sparrow beaks [curdled sips
in mid-morning sunlight on his school’s
doorstep] – Next he dreamt among loose
strands left hanging – he tied them back
& cut others off – Before fully waking his
breaking eyes saw her inverted smile – a
light tipped up his colonial blinds – time
to withdraw from sleep’s stinking night
he said aloud to no one one [again] – An
hour later & all recall of that dream gone