I Waited
I waited, but you did not come
Stood, half dressed, rearranging
Heroes on a wall
Electricity flowing at every
Creek of floorboard and door
What did I expect
Had you ascended?
Having no concept that
What I wanted was a crime
I am grateful that you
Didn’t have to do time
Or leave me with
A coat of shame
That I would be unable to take off
Only now do I know that
I wanted to be seen
Acknowledged and accepted
But presented in a childish
Way that sought danger and discipline
Thank you for keeping away
And saving us both
Thoughts
Well this is a mix of teenage confusion. Strange things are afoot a the Circle K.
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