Look at me.
I

Look at me.
I am

Look at me.
I am trying

Look at me.
I am trying my

Look at me.
I am trying my best

I am trying my best.
I’ve counted the lines on your face
I’ve read your lips
I’ve watched your skin fade to grey
And your hands turn to dust
And your bones wither like dying leaves
What more do you want me to
See?

You.
Me?