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No One Is Listening

I am going to Cuba, Susan said at the same time Diane said she was going to Spain.
Elise and I were staring outside; I was reflecting on whether or not it could rain.
I think I will kill my dog this week, Marcia said, testing our hearing, and our attention.
No one was listening to each other, these friends and I, a fact I barely have to mention.
I had a date with a guy on Plenty of fish, Loretta said. He was unkempt, and rather harried.
I told you those idiots are players, Jenny said, and some of the thicker bearded ones are married.
I am going to Cuba, Susan tried again.  But no one was listening, so nobody heard.
We were now busy cautioning Loretta about writing and texting to this crazy nerd.
Rain I think, Elise said. I am definitely killing the dog, Marcia offered, her ring glistening.
No one heard, because frankly we have been friends so long, no one is ever truly now listening.

Copyright © Caren Krutsinger | Year Posted 2018

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P.M. Richter Date: 9/19/2018 6:49:00 PM That was very entertaining! Login to Reply Caren Krutsinger Date: 9/20/2018 12:02:00 AM I had hoped it might be, so glad it was.

Ilene Bauer Date: 9/19/2018 9:20:00 AM very perceptive, caren! it does seem like everyone just wants to get in her own two cents. you've nailed this... Login to Reply Caren Krutsinger Date: 9/19/2018 9:42:00 AM I am the one who keeps throwing something outrageous in, wondering when they will notice. They never do.

Rhona Mcferran Date: 9/19/2018 3:38:00 AM Oh wow, I've noticed this phenomenon, too. And though I try to stay present and really LISTEN, I even catch myself sometimes (with my nearest and dearest) tuning out... awful, but so true. Login to Reply Caren Krutsinger Date: 9/19/2018 7:02:00 AM It is amazing how little we listen,all of us talking, thinking what we say has a bit of importance, waiting for our chance to jump in and talk again.

Line Gauthier Date: 9/18/2018 8:57:00 PM YES - and that is exactly why I write poetry - it's the only time I don't get interrupted and can finish my sentences! Well penned, Caren. Login to Reply Caren Krutsinger Date: 9/18/2018 11:53:00 PM Thank you Line. I watch my girlfriends all talking and I have to wonder WHO is listening? No one!