I offered him a place at the buffet
But he didn’t understand the invitation
He came-
But never showed up.
How unfortunate….
I watched him from a distance
He wasn’t aware I could see him,
Nor do I assume he cared.
l thought he’d take his time
Scoping out the spread….
Curiously interested,
Maybe even intrigued.
He perused; but didn’t capture
Touched; but didn’t feel
Smelled… missing the aroma
Sampled…but never savored.
He ate until he had his fill
I dare say- he enjoyed it
He sat, relaxed and content…
Thinking only of his next meal.