1.

you kiss my hand
i suppose to myself
that you are doing that
for the cinema novelty

2.

you look around my room
“you live in this little world
such a mistake you’ve made
to let me in”

3.

i take that as a threat
i sleep with my most prized possessions
under my pillow that night
like a magpie

4.

i don’t know why i’m uncomfortable
it is partially your fault but also
it is not your fault

5.

i can’t find this flattering because
you don’t see me as a person
just a vision of what
you wish i was

6.

“can i sleep on your floor?”
you ask the most vulnerable question
i cannot look you in the eye
when i say
“no
i prefer to sleep alone”

7.

i am sorry
i am all smoke and mirrors
cigarettes and my reflection
the sun tastes my skin
and now i’m sharing his burning