Short Verses
by Marie Bortolotto 2024

I.

school recess
lost in reveries
of play




II.

walking and worrying
a buddha sits
facing traffic



III.

construction
everywhere
seeking peace



IV.

walking slowly
unravelling thoughts
in my skull



V.

on the fence
a woodpecker eyes me
and poops

VI.

currency exchange
at the bank
no breathing room

VII.

who to trust?
the cautious cat
takes a chance