Michelle Poem by Jeff Hobbs

An awkward rustling of a sock,
The sudden shock
of death...
When the light of the rainbow
And the glass of the window
Meet -
We have an eternity.
Until then there is nothing
The garter will fall,
The smile will fade
The show will end
I will leave -
The smile will remain
I will still leave
I never had choice,
Her eyes flash - green
to blue
Dark meaningful pupils
- Students of youth.
From bearded to naked,
Fishnet stockings and her smile.
If ever, whenever, never,
Memories forever
Until tomorrow anyway.

(14 August 1981)