"For She" by Byron Lee

Byron Lee was one of several open-mic readers at the February •chance operations• reading at Duff's.

The next reading at Duff's, 392 North Euclid, will be Monday, March 14. Featured readers will be Kristina Marie Darling, •chance operations• co-founder Chris Parr, and Buzz Spector. Musical guest will be Learn, Artist!; doors open at 7:30 p.m. Advance sign-up for the open-mic following the featured readers is encouraged. Cover charge is $3.00.

For She

Night turns into midnight in our
Waning time together. We speak in
Disguise. Big goodbye encased in
Small talk.

I wanted more from you than
You could give me, and
I asked for it in the
Worst way.

You use to
Burn me to a
Crisp.

I miss the
Singe.

-- Byron Lee