the places that have a way of removing the layers
that have fogged up our windows.

the places that take us away
from this and that
and him and her
and when and how.

the places where not much matters but the
sun on your face and the music that lingers in the street.

the places where you dont have to do any pretending or performing.

the places where you do whatever you can to return to
in spite of finances, work, schedules, or duties.

the places that make you feel beautiful even though
you feel a bit old.

the places that perhaps saved your broken heart and
made you believe in second chances.

i am off to such a place.

and i will return with beautiful photos and stories to share...