I’ll add it to the list of things I’m not supposed to know
That anger between your brows
That this is no friendly competition
That you do care who wins
You
The list of things you shouldn’t say:
- I’m not interested
Is to unkind to the man
Who has made no effort to see beyond
Your beautiful face
It’s better to lie
“I have a boyfriend”
“I’m just not in the right place” - You’re wrong
Is unacceptable
Just nod and smile
As a he makes a joke
At the expense of another - No thanks
Wounds his pride
Because he’s only trying to help
Who are you to question
How kind he is
How understanding
How much you really his need help - Fuck off
is too mean to say to a man
Who harasses you on the subway
Who are you
To stand up for yourself
Who are you
To say how you feel
Just add it to the list
Nihilistic Porcupine 