River banks
Jan 27, 2023
Walked the banks
Of your river
Kids in tow.
You walked unseen
Beside us. I know.
In a cab now,
We’re crossing
The bridge spanning
My river, in the city
That is yours
As much as mine.
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Written by Alma Anonas-Carpio
Palanca winner (1994), Palanca judge (2001); treasurer, Manila Critics Circle and judge in the National Book Awards. Journalist, cook, catmom, mother to twins.
