Crossing

Nowhere we know
Somewhere in between
Sitting around
With empty seats
And vacant aisles
Shadows lay perfectly
As she radiates

Disarmed by a smile
By a gaze
A brush of skin

Heightened senses
Cymbals crash
Base drums boom
Fireworks rush and tumble

Surrounded by strangers
Curious and uncertain
As the never ending trip rolls on

Second thoughts
Fate conspires

Lead feet dragged
By a clumsy fool
Impossibly nonchalant
Half a smirk
Half afraid
Loud numbing beats
One deep breath
A smile

And life takes a turn
Takes a chance
In my direction