Palimpsest, Urban

Sidewalk sprouted more

candles bouquets foil heart balloons,

swallowed a child whole

into its undercarriage.



Its breath copper alchemy and

lead, ruptured promises,

knee’s leaps over

cracked back superstitions.



On a corner you can app map

a reroute real simple.

Bend wheels round

less troubled avenues.



Ancient streets bear the same

names as new paved ones.

New paved ones leave out

eye sores, promise you gladness.