Sure enough to know I must trudge on

Sure enough to buy walking boots that fit

Sure enough to practice on the track at the nearby highschool

At some point, useful skill-

Sure enough to hear you tell me no

Sure enough to have packed beforehand

Sure enough to practice door slamming whenever you aren’t home

At some point an exit dramaticized

Today the boots are polished on my feet

Today the slammed door reached perfect pitch

Today you use your secret weapon

You love me.

Damn it.

At some point after sex, I will try, again.