The Fruit Vendor
The old fruit vendor took refuge under a straw hat
The heat of the afternoon enhanced the scent of
The lush fruit. I asked him how much
For the avocados, bananas, and mangoes?
He seemed genuinely grateful to make a sale
On his improvised market on this busy street
I softly smiled in return; this would make the
Fruit tastes even sweeter, as well as lighten his load
And at least help fuel his vehicle for the road
Late that night I woke up again, and served a cold
Glass of milk. In truth I craved a chocolate bar too
Yet, a banana purchased that day, would do
As I brought the banana to my lips, I thought
That even better than chocolate and milk…
Would be a soulful and prolonged kiss
Then it dawned on me than much better than
A long kiss, would be that accompanied with
The sum of two bodies locked into one
Like the proper key inserted into the keyhole
Then I thought…that even better than the perfect
Fit of two bodies locked in an intimate embrace
It would be if it were done in Maui or France
Then I thought, that the ultimate would be...if
Somehow chocolate would be incorporated into the mix
Yep! That would be it.
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