Sometimes I love my reflection. Other times, he's just a bad friend—fixing his lips like he's about to interrupt me before I get my thought out good. When I stop speaking, so does he. What do you expect? He's me. ****. In truth, the bills are paid, and all current business is handled. But something is missing. It’s obvious. He just looks and shakes his head—my reflection. I'd be lying if I said I didn't care. I've gotten used to the silence that follows me. It's peaceful. When I make it home after a long day, if I touch something, I know where it is. If I cook something, I know there's more, even if I don't eat it all. He sits back and watches all of this. My reflection. Half the time, I pay him no mind. Sometimes, it's better that way.