The mere sight
of these dutifully
amassed
youngsters
has the power to
wipe away
40 years
and I am standing - red and white
crest suduing
khaki shirt pocket -
in the midst of the courtyard
horn-rimmed glasses and
all
in full nerd effect
the boxball game already
beckoning and
pretty girls in
purple skirts
giggling
as I take my place
with the other
fresh-faced
debutants
The aroma of
patties
in paper bags wilting
from the
heat within
open crusts forcing
steamy wisps of
memory
into the air
Now
the beatific calm
of the old
cafeteria
and chapel counterpointed
by petty disputes
the latest gadgets and
teens bonding
those patties now
complimented
No, dominated
by sweetbreads and
Shepherd's Pie
The football field
scene of
a great many triumphs and
embarassments
seems that much smaller
Now
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