my dream last night painted a clear picture

i was sitting in the theatre, next to
a friend. i was excited, because
my friends were on stage, performing
and you were there.

behind me.

i felt your eyes bore into me
searching every strand of hair
and lurking behind every patch of
skin.

annoyance filled my veins
and then your hands were on me
roaming my back
your breath heavy in my ear

my eyes closed. it felt so good
yet, my skin was crawling.
your thumbs kneaded into my skin
and your fingers traced every muscle

i was sweating.

wondering if this would end

you tugged my hair, twirling
strands




and then i left.
i didn't look at you. i couldn't.
i ran. out of the theatre.
out of the building.
i ran until i collapsed.


i ran until i forgot