27. Foreign

bothering to come
inside? she's the first to try.
welcome, foreigner.

26. Tears

pain eating a hole
in her heart; cheeks dry 'cause she's
too hurt to shed tears

25. Trouble Lurking

trouble is lurking
sitting on her chest at night
prodding, whispering...

24. No Time

the clocks are ticking
beating, clicking, reminding
that there is no time