You can thank us later
Brother charro
do you realize
that it is because of escaramuza
that you have an audience?
Our performances
are the most anticipated part of the show
If it was just the men
you’d have three people in the stands
It is true, we get 8 minutes
and you get 8 hours
but trust me—
the kids, parents, brothers
and sisters in the stands
come especially for those 8 minutes
Where else can you see
such elegant sportsmanship?
Notes:
This poem is part of the portfolio “Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home.” You can read the rest of the portfolio in the April 2025 issue.
Source: Poetry (April 2025)