He Had No Voice

He desired nothing but a tiny sliver of a hole Where he could tuck himself up inside Away from the others Because he did not understand their need for attention Their pursuits or their opinions. He was a shy boy, who was used to apologizing since birth First to his mother, who chastised him for causing her such pain and disappointment, as she was a showing off gaudy gadabout sort. Whereas, he was quiet, reticent, sedate, and shy. He silently apologized to others who sought him out, Which was not easy, for he usually was successful Finding a corner, a hole, or a tree, away from the others. Because he had no voice except a stammering one That infuriated and caused embarrassment to his dear mother.