XI.

 Glass screens: fog frozen over the lake,

clouds layered in steam. Whirlybird

and chimney’s discharge.

Ease of neglect —

slighted fields, ramps and slants. Loss lends distance,

disordered glimpses.

Ridged roof. Pavilion. Cutout park.

Gridlock of the city.

A waveguide —

Light passing clarity —

On the lake, ampoules

of self-important ships. Nets, rods,

and scattering fish, wisened up.

Unsure origin. Horizon curves

so slightly I’m fooled.