At Least My Back is Straight

November 5th 2023

One moment, can you just, I mean,

I just need a second to tie my shoe.

No, but really, I would appreciate if

you did not look at me while I do it.

See, I cannot touch my toes. No, really,

I cannot. They are quite far to reach,

don’t you think? Or maybe it’s just me.

Next time I will bring shoes that do not

require tying, so I do not have to tie them,

self-consciously, while you stare at me.

I am not a subject of your curiosity,

and I never will be.