Kelly Davio reads "To My Seatmate, on a Cross-Country Flight"

The poem reflects on the experience of sharing a flight with a seatmate, focusing on the use of a mask not for protection but as a symbol of shared vulnerability. It delves into health concerns, public perceptions, and the ineffectiveness of masks, ultimately highlighting the shared air and connection between passengers.

Discuss the imagery used in the poem to describe the shared space between the speaker and the seatmate.

What risks does the speaker consider when interacting with others in a confined space?