for Sarah
Returning to New York
from France, encumbered
with all your old and new
clothes, paraphernalia, art
supplies, and souvenirs,
you thought of us, and
brought us dark chocolate
pralines. We’ve savoured
each one, (and in true Heveron
tradition, one petite piece remains).
We also thought of you,
exploring old Europe,
learning the fine points of
French, the customs, attitudes,
and anecdotes you’ll remember
forever in your mind.
We envisioned you laughing
in Paris, like Audrey
Hepburn in Sabrina.
Someday you will tell your
stories – (l’intrigue!), show
your sketches, -- (le croquis!),
write un mémoire merveilleux
of that notable year. I would
love to know which moment
stands out in your mind, like
a framed old photograph,
which speaks to your soul.
I know that you accomplished
something huge, and amazing.
And I know you kept our love
in your pocket, like a lucky
worn coin. And when you
came back, with a slightly
new smile on your face,
you gave us sweet chocolate.
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