To Nello

To Nello
A literal duel written under request

By Tatiana Pahlen

My friend,
I demand an answer —
Need a bracer to clear my mind.
When did we learn – both rather kind
Pronounce this foreign word
"ANGER,"
Do recall, was it day or night?
Why
we shared the same corner and side
On Madison, rejecting borders,
Both afraid of God's strict order
To get stuck on the traffic light?

Sir!
It's your turn to write.