your memories like cells / these
imperfect combinations continue
dividing and multiplying in the
swelter today / yes / sometimes
unable to manage self-control
you lie or change the topic / basil
and honeysuckle in the kitchen
smell indistinguishable / yet you
can’t ignore the yelling just
outside your window / recall
your carefree childhood / must
believe in a soaking russet half
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