Just another attempt at communication.
The phone rang once and clicked when I picked up.
A minute later a chirping to announce a video call
I hit audio only.
More ailments,
More reasons why
We can’t get together yet
But we will
Not sure when
Or where
Or what we’ll be able to do.
Let’s talk again.
Need to get
Answers to questions,
Ask new questions,
Research new plans.
Same old people,
Wondering why it takes so long
To connect,
Wondering how to react,
And will the need ever be satisfied.
Calls, texts, emails, and messenger
Relay updates about
Appointments, diagnoses, treatment.
There’s less, more, the same.
Every time the conversation resumes.
More time to wait,
Before committing
