I keep my angst in my pants

not in the pockets

but sewn into the lining

 

oh, I have it with me

I can get it out if I need it

clip some of the stitches

and pull it out so I can hold it

let it do its angsty thing

but it cannot get out on its own

 

mostly, it is enough to know that it is near

resting on my right hip

the emphasis here on resting

it will be rested up if I need it

 

I don’t remember ever needing it

but I need my pants

and my right hip comes with me where-ever I go

so, my angst is nearby

waiting

waiting

waiting

resting and angsty

 

 

 

 

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