Love: Before The War

Rumors of the impending war
had not made the village news
so the French barmaid
felt comfortable flirting
with the German soldier.

She brought him a warm beer
standing near enough for him
to be aroused by the scent
of her rose water perfume.

His hand brushed against her red dress
when he reached for the amber bottle.
She smiled then stepped closer to him.

He stood up, wrapping his arm around her waist,
pulling her tight against his chest
kissing her passionately then letting go.

In 1937, it was still an easy time
to fall in love.