Small town cop strolls
Down driveway,
Semi-automatic rifle in hand
Taking in scenery
Like a child takes in sunshine
Another walks a dog
around the house
Business as usual
No one gives a first – nor
Second glance
Dogs walk people,
Children swing on swings,
Laughter and serenity echo
Through streets
As cop strolls with his
Semi-automatic rifle
Finger itching to pull the trigger.