Paseo en El Paso, 1945
Pushing the dark blue baby carriage
Miriam strolls through the Plaza Central.
Olive toned hands firmly grasp
the warm metal handle.
Black hair gently caresses the red peonies
embroidered upon the collar
of her beige linen suit.
Engorged breasts strain the buttons
of the jacket.
The hot Texas spring
challenges this midwestern bride…