So many times I’ve considered
changing my life
just to escape the present.
Perhaps it’s the glitches
of a long day, of
anxiety caused by people,
moments, & boundaries
that will not change anytime soon.
Perhaps I try too hard to
walk ahead of the storm,
dreaming of a new life,
lived with lights on &
straight talk,
no loaded silences,
no time-worn secrets,
no closed doors.
Soon the dream ends &
here I am,
eyes wide open,
living my long days,
biding my time,
waiting….
waiting.
©
Mildred Santiago
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