Dear Rudy,

I saw you today.

I spotted your lemon hair bobbing along with other strangers on the pavement.

I called your name. I ran to you. I hugged you. You were warm.

The lady walking beside you tugged you out of my grasp, casting me a side glance before leaving me behind. You looked confused.

I was cold.

Of course, it wasn't really you, but it felt nice to pretend, if only for a few moments.

Liesel