cool nights of August

[Ryan de le Poer]

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SOMEWHERE THERE'S A CRACK IN THE SIDEWALK
BIGGER THAN THE SHADOW OF DEATH IN THIS TOWN

She lay on her back, arms cross behind her head and eyes wide open. The sky above was painted a deep blue and charcoal, almost black. While the crickets chirped in a chorus surrounding her, Ryan drew images out of the twinkling stars overhead. She lifted an arm, pointing one slender finger as she connected the dots – creating invisible masterpieces in the sky.



Beneath was spread a knitted blanket made from black, red, and slate yarn. The grass peeked up from small loops in the blanket, tickling the backs of her legs and arms. There hadn’t been a beautiful night like this in a while since it always seemed to be raining. She took a deep breath, taking in the sweet smell of the night air. It was a bit chilly, but her plum colored dress offered some warmth for the moment. As the night grew deeper, though, she would have to wrap the blanket around her frame.

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