Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Upon Seeing the Artist at a Cafe

In his repose, he is straining for something great.
In his languidness, there is something fierce.
Always eyes that are watching,
Searching for flaws and beauty.
He wears his calm as a disguise.
Inside, he is restless,
Running up to higher ground
To escape the fire consuming his soul.
One corner of his mouth always rises in a gentle smile
Whenever we happen to lock eyes.
"Life isn't easy for us spies," he seems to say.
Knowing that he is only half serious,
I nod my head and carry on my way.

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