The Porch Swing

We sat side by side

facing the parking lot

late that night.

The displayed porch swing

was comfy -

a three-seater,

and true to the nature 

of what I imagined

this purchase would bring,

we talked of dreams.

Surreal to be out 

in a public place 

simply talking

while swinging.

But the shared dream

was grand.

And the waiting 

while the cashier 

tried to figure out 

if our bargain could be had,

was worth it.

We left very happy

with two long, large boxes.

One for you 

and one for me.

And a few boxes

of Green Mountain coffee.