She walked in,
she shopped,
but I couldn't tell you
just what she bought.

I was transfixed
the way you are when you see a movie star,
but there was no slow motion,
no fan blowing her hair back.

Just.
Beauty.

All three-hundred pounds,
all soft features
bright eyes and pale pink lips

True Victorian lady.
Plump pale pulsing flesh
Smooth as marble, soft as silk.

Our meeting was brief,
I smiled, "Have a wonderful day!"
Even as she disappeared, she did not leave my mind.