Walking down the pathway, On my way to some other byway, I notice you right there-- Staring into space, Lost in some vacuous interim. Oblivious to derision, You look forlorn and aggrieved. I approach you, instinctively-- Wanting to reconnect; Mayhap, to ask you what's happening; Only to abruptly turn away. For, life brought us to this standstill Where previously knowing someone Doesn't automatically signify The right to presuppose anything. So, I continue on my way-- Assuming the same stoic disregard; Perhaps, pretending That I don't recognize you, Even when my heart screams Its utter dissent. "Pretension" (c) Pinterest Photo. #pretension #diwa #yqbaba
