trapped
stuck
in the collective trance
of technology
plugged into
wireless
a non-verbal communicative state
of tapping at keys and screens
where emotions are expressed
with emojis
instead of facial expression
the art of language lost
into abbreviations
OMG
PLS

i didn’t know it was going to happen
didn’t feel different or strange
no nausea
queasiness
light headiness or ache

i’ve been informed
it was the years
of wear
and tear
not caring for
the damaged parts
as they splintered
and broke
no

i shall greet this day
with patience
making a pact
with the universe
to hold
tolerance in my heart
and
open my awareness
to understanding

being mindful
& attentive
to those who’s paths cross
mine
to cherish
&