Festival ISU

Festival ISU was yesterday: We walk happily across the quad, away from the spirited crowds, off to Potbelly’s. She was excited. Inside was a little universe, sheltered from the heat, the commotion. The air conditioning was soothing, the sunlight flowing through the large glass windows. We eat in a booth; my chicken salad salad crispy and delicious, and her toasted salami sandwich warm and melty. Enjoying this brief pause, we sit warmly, loving each other’s company.  What a wonderful day, I think now, as I pick at the remains of my salad today.