Avril 14th

Date: October 21st, 2007
Location: On the train to work

Music: 'Avril 14th' by Aphex Twin as performed by Alarm Will Sound

The Autumn breeze drifts through the train's open doors. i sit positioned one of the many blood-orange bench seats within this transportation device. The sun shines in from behind; warming my shoulders, my neck. The doors let out a hiss of air pressure release as they close, and the train resumes its ascent. i feel my body absorbing the sun's brilliance as if i am a plant. The train careens its way through tunnels, areas of greenery, residences, the sun's bursting rays. Avril 14th repeats.

The shadows cast on the floor ahead show the silhouettes of my neighbors and i, as we sit together in our common situation. Our silhouettes seem to dance slowly along with the piano's melody, the train swaying and turning as if orchestrated by that golden sun.

i feel synchronicity.

The sun, the shadows, the melody, the moment; a reassurance, an affirmation of life's beauty.

The train continues its course. The sun shines on. The shadows dance. We admire Autumn's presence. Avril 14th repeats.