I cared but you didn’t listen.
You wouldn’t respect what I had to say.
I made an effort, but it wasn’t enough.
You complained like there was nothing better to say.
I’m left frustrated,
Feeling graceless and inept.
You left condescension,
Token effort, rebukes unchecked.
I’m happiest doing this alone.
No meddling, no money.
You’re stupefied and bewildered,
Blinded to your own inconsistency
I throw away old roses,
My failure of dependency.
Small inconveniences More annoying than hurtful The aborted plans and wishful thinking Left under stifling heat I watched from afar but not far enough Actual experience different from expectations Both … Continue reading The Sting of Halted Expectations
To pee is as natural as it is annoying
It’s a healthy inconvenience
Something primal and instinctual
Liquid in, liquid out
Woe to those in long car rides
Or those exploring in parts unknown
Your body is against you
Marking a trail away from home
It’s misfortune for it to be a struggle
It’s herculean to hold it in
This functioning bladder of mine
Is an opponent that always wins
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