It’s almost 7 am.

I saw the sky transform from

a deep violet to a Mediterranean blue

while sipping coffee at a local 24 hour diner.

Time does not touch its windows.

What seems like a moment within its walls

translates into an hour to the commuters whizzing past.

Suspend all time and responsibilities

because for now

nothing exists

beyond this exchange of wisdom and strength.

©j.lares.2005