Popcorn

it was like a sink that was overflowing, built up and up and up.

then it was drained; the pipes rusted over; the slight drip and drip and drip.

tantalizing.

then the water rushed like geysers do, hot and momentarily solid.

I remember 
the first time I saw it, 
the sun beating down on my face. 
The other kids laughing and playing to their heart's content 
brings a smile to my face