Married

They walk briskly,
every day, early,
on the side of the road facing traffic.

She wears a soft pink shirt, tan shorts.
He wears a floppy hat, faded pants, shirt with long sleeves.

Their children have children.
Both wear glasses,
Neither hears very well.

They talk –
what do they say after a lifetime?

They don’t hold hands,
but their steps match
perfectly.