Old Friends

by G. Jack Urso

 

did you marry?

she was asked

no . . . no

i never found anyone

it’s fine

it’s fine

 

i’m standing right there

next to her

unnoticed

like a drone in an apiary

past mating season

 

they catch up

talk old friends

old loves

work

what’s new

 

check, check, and check

all bases covered

brief awkward goodbyes

promises to keep in touch

 

a quick turn

she catches my eye

asks if anything is wrong

 

no . . . no

i shake my head

it’s fine

it’s fine 

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