How Uncaring…..

Walking down the sidewalk

millions of people around

lost in my own little bubble

pulling in

drawing in

making myself small of notice.

I am not worthy

I am not allowed

to have the beauty

to have the love of life that all others carry.

Time

more time has proven me right

that I falter and fall

tears slashing my face

as I howl with pain

with rage

with despair.

As I lay here

mouth wrenched in silent scream

all who pass by

cast a cursory glance

before moving on.

Aug. 21/19