A. there is a certain sound. a certain sequence of sounds. all
reminders. i cannot escape them. i do not want to.
b. no floral pattern, no striped cat, no sad poem--it is
impossible to pass up a thought of you.
c. but how do i get near to her? a simple film drew my eye. i
left with my heart open to more.
d. i refuse to spill tears, though you are worth them. i
won't apologize either. not anymore.
-T.s., reigning and reaping