Le Mepris


I have always had a contempt for physics

Even though as your train sped past me at the railway station

We were for a micro-second only feet apart

I would like to sit next to you as you sunbathe nude

On another platform overlooking the Mediterranean

And read the book that was covering your backside

My reading glasses have just fallen on to this key pad

I am told that this was an act defined by physics

But I consider that this was due to my carelessness

Last night a shooting star crossed the night sky

You said that it was more rapid than the train

I agreed and purchased a yellow towel and a red gown for you