Ribbit
I was told today,
In a rather abrupt way,
That when on the phone with me
The few words that I say
Sound like,
"Ribbit"
I give one word answers to the questions that they ask,
And I never ask any questions back;
They are probably right, I am not good at that task
And cannot argue the fact,
"Ribbit"
It's not that I don't care about you,
Or the things that you say and do;
It's not that I am bored with our talk
And wish the conversation was through,
"Ribbit"
I just don't do telephones well;
I'm not sure I can explain why;
Perhaps I feel it's so impersonal
If I can't look the other person in the eye,
"Ribbit"
I ask forgiveness and will work on it;
I'm sure it's something I can fix;
So if next time you call you can't shut me up
Remember, you only got what you wished!
"Ribbit"
Copyright © Joe Flach | Year Posted 2011
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