RUE DE SOMEWHERE

I had turned
my back
on the street

I was for
not realising
I was already there

the street ran up
after me
shouting: "Hold on there!"

it smiled with sunlight
"You did the very same
thing last time!"

I had to admit
that yes that was
me flâneuring

"I remember
your footsteps
from way back then

they got caught up
in my tar
it was a very hot day!"

well well I thought
fancy meet you
again once more

I had a chat with
its buildings
and windows

"Do you mind if
I take your photo?"
I smiled politely

"Not at all!"
the street smile
"Be my guest!"

it arranged
its sunlight and shadow
"Is this my best side?"

"Click!" smirked the camera
"Be seeing you!" I said
"Don't forget to come back!"

the sun hid behind
a surly cloud
the street nothing but shadows