if he calls,
press end. let him leave
a message after the tone.
ignore the guilt biting
at your stomach while you bite
on another man’s ear.
ignore his questions. his
inquiring texts.
if he demands you
come home. stay
longer. the other man
won’t mind, he’ll encourage.
before dawn breaks,
leave the man’s house.
break down in your car
but don’t you ever let them see you cry.
turn your ophone on,
callhim. explain about
a late night in the office.
answer him with a white
lie.
if he meets you at the door,
embrace him.
kiss him good morning
and wait for dusk to come.