Communication Lacking
I came because you said you had something to say.
it’s been awhile, I’m sorry I have been away.
My job takes me out of town much of the time.
It’s not real fair to you, but you are still mine.
Then you tell me you need some time apart.
We’ve been apart. What is troubling your heart?
You can’t seem to be able to put it into words.
You need to try. Reading minds is for the birds.
I think without you I just can’t make it.
I am afraid that I can’t even fake it.
You say you are not trying to hurt me.
What is going on. Can you hear my plea?
It is nothing that you did or didn’t do.
Then was it something you did do?
No, it’s not that. It’s hard to explain.
This is like 20 questions guessing game.
Please, no tears, just tell it like it is.
I am trying. This is something that is.
That is what? Remember, I can’t guess.
I am sorry about it all. It’s such a mess.
What is a mess? I need to know.
Our situation is a mess I’m feeling low.
I am still no closer to understanding it all.
Just listen. I will explain before I bawl.
I am waiting. Just say it like it is.
Don’t rush me. First of all. There is no ‘his’.
What does that mean? I don’t get it.
There is no one else. Just forget it.
I didn’t say there was. Get to the point.
What point? I don’t have a point.
Then why the need for time apart?
It is hard to put into words . I’m not smart.
Sure you are. Who said you weren’t smart?
No, I’m not smart enough to say the right words.
Well, right now, there’s nothing being heard.
Do you see what I am trying to say?
It’s about as clear as night and day.
So far you haven’t said anything.
This would be easier if I had had a fling.
What? Did you have a fling?
No!! Can’t you understand anything.
With that she left the room.
I felt dumber than a broom.
Is there something I am missing here?
I threw my hands in the air in fear.
Looks like this ‘love boat’ has run a ground.
I’m standing here with no one around.
———————————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2014)