Quiet

Mom stopped doing the dishes.

But that’s understandable.

I think there would be many things I would stop doing

if I lost her.

Fortunately, washing dishes helps me forget

so I do it for her.

Sometimes I stay quiet because

I’m tired of trying to explain myself.

But I didn’t start it…

I never intend to hurt people.

I just don’t react very well.

Sometimes I feel…