communication

run that by me again

my thoughts are screaming too loud

back and forth

respond accordingly

a nod, a shake, an exhale

stagnant and speechless

slipping and sliding

starting and stopping

I’ll stay inside today

brush away the cobwebs

and sweep the corners

find a convenient crevice and hide

hide from the people who expect your attention

I can’t escape my head

I can’t listen or comprehend

I just can’t