The
ants
came
today
Through
the always
hiding crack
Lurking unknown till
already on her back
Marching steady towards her heart
their regular attempt to tear her apart
The unannounced guest
Here to steal leftover happiness
Happiness that would hold her over
Turned to crumbs eaten away till she was numb
She could list them off by name
Knowing exactly who to blame for the excruciating pain
There was Rejection, Frustration, Unmet Expectations,
Helplessness, Worthlessness, and her favorite Loneliness
They’re never quick to leave
hiding underneath
her sleeve
For one last go
at her heart
before they
truly
did
d e p a r t