Anthony

the awful news of his untimely departure left the team shocked and in disbelief. we wanted to lie to ourselves. it could have been a mere rumor. but why would someone conjure such a thing? the intensity of his character was unexplainable. raw energy, humorous jokes upon humorous jokes and an attitude that just brought out the wild side in everyone.
a day of absence made everyone hush as though mourning the absence of spirit. the kitchen flattop could be heard sizzling and the air conditioning was heard humming.

Where did "A Train" go?
Rally! Rally! Rally! was all i thought. he's gotta come back!
he was fired for his usual tardiness. one that could easily have been pardoned for a stress free shift. the work load was not heavier, but it came off as heavier. he wasn't there to lighten things up.

so i said the next day....
"BRING ATRAIN HOME!"

i brought what people thought but couldn't say. a slogan and distribution of art in the name of Anthony.
the crowd chanted and our voices were heard.
will a train come home?
maybe. someday. only time can tell. we gave it some effort.