(Bicycles + Automobiles) 23.5" = Frenemies [From BA 43-100]

[(Bicycles + Automobiles) 23.5" = Frenemies]

by Joshua Kleiman

A relationship usually tensed

               by

               asphalt &

               lights &

               traffic &

               lines

Suddenly calmed by 23.5”

               of

               snow &

               ice &

               salt &

               cold

I’m relying on you to pack me a path

While quietly filtering your fumes

               through my lungs

Those held up behind don’t seem bothered

They are in awe of my

               toughness &

               self-reliance &

               foolishness &

               stupidity

They wait patiently and amused, since

Getting through this on two wheels and

               30 pounds

Should make it effortless on four and

               2 tons