Lamppost

Not a joke,
though many were made.
Lampposts illuminated
the night for days.

Brighter than the city lights,
smarter than any sirens.
Curious always, you
Amaze me.

Look at the old couple.
Every angle seen.
From the top of the city
to feet of the sea.

A peace not pretend.
A smile not faked.
Conversation: endless…
Ended only by the sleep in our eyes.