Silence

You steal my voice Right from my mouth. Literally.

I can barely speak to you. I just end up staring like some Bug-eyed lemur And you walk away Because I can’t reply.

I wish there was some way That I could have A nice length Conversation Instead of a quick:

“Hi” “Hey” “…” “Bye.”

How can I talk When my voice is stolen By one who Barely speaks?

Why can’t I make A single sound And break the silence.