a fan's prayer

A Fan's Prayer

for a very naughty boy,
(Frederic Exley)

Meanwhile
in the cheap seats
the nosebleed section
the Gods'
you'll hear us sing

as the batter reaches the apex of his semi pirouette
a dazzling arc to his swing
as the wood connects with the leather

O Lord!
hear us through a cheer
as the end of the innings draws near us
let thy glory reach us
do not beseech us
way up here in the bleachers

cartoon by David Berman