Would I dare speak again!

The glaring eyes, the nasty tongues

Scorning, burning, inch by inch.

Pushing aside my existence,

Devouring my pride.

Oh no no! I did not mean what was said,

Would they let me explain.

They would not give in space

When all is said and done.

Would I dare speak again

To be burnt in their looks?

I wanted to be a part of them

But they kept me aloof.

I shed not a tear,

but long for a friend

But ...stay away, stay away!!

I’ll speak not a word.

The words may offend

And you may leave too...

I’ll tread alone,

Distances far and near

Solitary I’ll stay,

And speak not again!

July 13th, 2012