Years ago in couple’s counseling,
the therapist said I didn’t relate well to men
and now when I see Suzi smiling up at men
at church, sidled close, her eyes saying take me
and when I’m introduced to the dance
instructor I can only see his capped teeth
and softness and when he tells me about
the singles group, I look away at the woman
pouring coffee, th kids playing tag,
the open door promising freedom.