lost
in a sea of discomfort.
acquaintances and neutral contacts
impersonal pleasantries.
People standing in front of me
people standing behind me
try not to give any eye contact
10 items or less
says the sign
I have eleven items.
Rebel.
Outcast.
(Smile).
Published by shane durbec
Writing for years. View profile
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Post a CommentGreat for the eyes and the mind- thanks for sharing!
This is awesome Shane!