The children were part of a nearby wedding:
\na miniature bride and groom,
\nshe in a gauzy white ballerina gown,
\nhe in a black tuxedo, bow tie, white shirt
\n\u2014 just barely table height,
\nplaying near the tree in the clear centre
\nsurrounded by gabbing patrons and busy waiters
\nintently serving the outdoor tables
\nloading them with wine and elegant food
\nfrom the four facing restaurants.<\/p>\n
the golden afternoon sun
\nslanted through delicate locust leaves,
\ntouching her soft cheek, his shy smile;
\nand for a moment there was total silence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The children were part of a nearby wedding: a miniature bride and groom, she in a gauzy white ballerina gown, he in a black tuxedo, bow tie, white shirt \u2014 just barely table height, playing near the tree in the … Continue reading