Sunday, April 23, 2023

public swimming

there was
always commotion.
chaos.
with whistles
blowing,
parents yelling to stay
out of the deep
end.
don't dive
off the side.
don't hang on the rope.
no running,
no fighting,
no smoking,
no floats.
you need
to wait an hour
after that egg salad
sandwich before going
in.
get out of the lap
lane.
don't hit your head
on the ladder.
put your goggles on.
don't pee
in the water.
fifteen minute break
starting now.

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