My Immovable Diamond In the Rough

by myself, i feel as if i am one with the world you make a face because it confuses you you tell me to always surround myself with people i tell you that reciprocity is lacking in that department you come closer, take my hands, and express assurance from your end of the realm it means so much to me that i forget the pride side of myself and just cry then i express my thanks by my own reciprocity you begin to cry yourself and tell me that i did not even have to look in the mirror i reply by saying that what i see in the mirror is just the image of myself it is what i do in every episode of reality that decides which road will be offered to me you nod in agreement and smile that smile that stole your husband's heart i just laugh and ask if you want some butter almond ice cream you decline and say you have to be getting back to care for your son who is struggling with a bad cold i nod in understanding and retrieve your coat from the closet as we say our goodbyes, we give each other a hug and you force me to come to another dinner party y'all are having with you, i have no choice and i know it....deep down inside, i am aware of the fact....that sometimes i need that