Reminding me of distance
March 20, 2003

Galliker protester interrupted class today
During a presentation on bees
I wanted him to stop
As soon as his shaky voice began

His speech was dizzying
His effort heartfelt
Maybe the protest will come to bloom
But my stand is that any stand is convoluted

She called last night out of nowhere
Reminding me of distance
How's your brother--Is he okay?
Her tone suggested I should already be crying

Protester invited students to the HUB
But I'd rather stay in class
Learning about bees and remembering the apple tree
Where we used to play

Remember? ...one side was yours, the other mine
The neutral limb for speedy escape
Imaginary adventures and the day I was stung
Showing you how to catch a bee on a flower

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