July 4, 2021:
Cold.
The people are bundled; apart from the baristas none are young. Bellies are prominent. Caps are knit. Collars are blue.
Until the tall blonde rock star arrives in bike shorts, casting glowing glances down and up and all around. He's very proud of his thin, hairless legs. One of the things in this picture does not belong.
My colleagues are late. I'll sip hot chocolate and eavesdrop while there's the chance.