Silence
I long for the sound of silence
Pauses in conversation
To think of what to say
Or revel in quiet reflection
I feel no awkwardness
When tongues have stilled at length
The absence of idle sound
Gives time to pray for strength
And if you can be patient
Watch me for a while
Suffer heartfelt agony
Cover with a smile
Ask me what I'm thinking
I'll shake my head and pout
But ask again and wait...
Let the silence draw it out.
~October 17, 1999