new glasses

from across this granite horizon
you stare in the general direction
of misconception and belief
that you stand alone
among the others
which surround you

your eyes shine, illuminating me
as the sun sinks into the night
shielded by these frames
which expand across your face
hiding nothing but your insecurity
defiant against me

a smile and coy response
does not conceal your fervor
for the unknown and possibly
unwelcome advance of a stranger
reaching out to you
in a manner unconcerned by you