Straws

I wish I could pull you out from the fluorescent light

Away from the hum of industrial voltage that surrounds you.

I wish I could remove you from the pushpins on grey walls

And from the silly words you bicker over

And from your need to say only right things

And from days you must wear your shirt that way.

Let's order chocolate milk

And drink every last drop from a straw.

Twin Turns

Naomi and I are twins. A year ago, I had a good friend spurn me. This year, it's Naomi's turn to be spurned. I'm angry, since I see Naomi's pain daily. I remember what it was like. But I look at the person Naomi will become because of this pain. I have become a new person, and so will she.

But Seriously

When I became an adult, I suddenly learned that I'm not supposed to take anything too seriously.

I'd rather be a kid.