GLAD RAGS

In a dark closet

hanging from steel wires

in the shape of man\'s desire:

 

Gossamer gold silk, sheer black lace,

plunging neckline with rhinestone jewelry,

held together by memories:

 

Studio 54, cruise ship fling, Paris affair.

I was there!   I was there!

Never thought of seasons changing.

 

Mementos packed tightly for years.

I give them away,  

so another will have her day.

 

Disco music played out, 

people parted in pairs.

Spring is over, I shed no tears.