6/17/13

As He Expects




Unflappable, I stand
with tears flipping off my face. It grimaces 
back the truth for everyone to see: spilled out
inside my pants is the shit from recess and 

My Dad Is On His Way

Imperturbable, I steer
with sweat setting off 
my grip. It knuckles back the tension 
for everyone to feel: festering up
under my skin is the demand of me and 

My Son Is Waiting