schoolyard

the sounds that the kids make,

never seem to reach.

they shout and scream

to get the attention of their friends.

some of them seem preoccupied with a ball game,

some run around chasing each other,

some stand still.

the bell rings,

everyone is invited inside.

there is no soul in sight.

wind blows the packages of overflowing trash.

net of the football goal stands still.

cafeteria's bars are rusty.

windows need cleaning.