Thursday, September 17, 2009

American Blues

For Nancy Kate.


American Blues. you hear them in the
Oddest places. Shoe stores,
Shopping malls & zoos.

They spill out of alley ways
Follow you in the liquor store
To cure what ails.

Especially in the liquor store.
It’s like Ella is following
You down the aisle.

Singing: “Baby, grab that Jack”
Reminding you to double up.
Her notes drifting, lingering,

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