Notes About The Poem

I’m fine

How are you doing?

You ask but quickly move on
not waiting for my answer ~
You ask not really wanting to know.

The truth being you don't expect
to hear how I am feeling.
You ask but are quite
satisfied not knowing
so you can resume your fantasy
that I am fine.

The reality is that I'm trying
to hold back the flood gates
long enough for you to manage
to get your act together.

How long are we going to avoid
the elephant in the room?
You're right to not get me started.
Don't go there.
Don’t... Just don’t.



AP: 1st place 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 4, 2025 at 5:27 PM
so frustrating when someone asks 'how are you doing,' but really isn't asking...just being cordial I guess
Gauthier Avatar
September 4, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Oh well, there are worse things ~
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