Because the temperatures keep us uncomfortable throughout the day, seeking relief has become a new pastime.
Carry the tub outside.
Under your arm,
take the champagne.
Gather roses—buds, blossoms, and blooms—
and toss them into the bath.
Oh, a shower of rose petals!
Take the garden hose and fill the tub,
letting it overflow.
Take your clothes off
and toss them far out of sight.
Dip a toe, then dare…
Splash in.
Bathe yourself in the moonlight,
silky and smooth.
Sip the champagne,
or use it as a rinse—
straight from the bottle,
while listening to the owl—
Hoot!
When you are fresh and clean,
Wrap yourself in your bedsheet
like a butterfly’s cocoon,
And sleep.
Why do we do the same things,
the same way,
every day?
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