Notes About The Poem

I await

i waited
i didn't say a word
ever so patiently i waited

i had high expectations
and thought you worthy

with each new disappointment
still i sat and waited
i bit my tongue
i held my breath
and waited

yes come what may
still i await



AP: Honorable Mention 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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