Write about a lie your parents told you
Castillo Villanelle
Let’s compare wounds. Invented memories of days in the sun,
We two in a surf of sound circled round by summer scent.
The shade in Chavez Ravine was always the best reason.
All love is loss. When I see her, she is here more than one
Moment. The woman is now, but the child still apparent.
Let’s compare wounds and invent memories of days in the sun.
She is both herself and a spectral blur of that woman
Who made her. “I’ll never forget today.” Sharing fragrant
Salty popcorn in Chavez Ravine comforted reason.
“Whatever makes you happy makes me happy.” A season
Comes and goes. Can any child ever forgive her parent?
Let’s compare wounds and invent memories of days in the sun.
Primordial scene of our failed familial devotion,
Paternal and filial, that won’t resolve. Love is vagrant.
The boys of Chavez Ravine were always the best reason.
Extra innings are never enough for more than a run
Which is all it takes to end the game. In any event,
Let’s compare wounds and invent memories of days in the sun,
The shades in Chavez Ravine were always our best reason.
Muse: Ynez Castillo
Fandom: Original Character
Word Count: 195