Thinking about how Dad used to Sweep Up after Circuses at the Portland Memorial Coliseum by Robert Wynne

Somehow each red nose Constantly blossoms into An open wound, until everything Reminds you of the kitten You crushed with the garage door – Coming down like grease paint Lost in a wash of tears. But remember Only the guilty fear wonder With its promise of surprise. No one forgives themselves.

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