and there –

written hastily on flashcards of presume –

our good intentions.

so eager to share,

we flash them without hesitation.

regardless the level of acceptance,

we feel redeemed –

vindicated.

how can it be –

we ask –

reception of indifference?

was it less than the necessary more?

edges too exposed?

what purpose –

pursuit of accommodation –

when left standing just outside the door of acceptance?

surely there is nothing more sad than stories that begin with us,

yet end with –

they…