
Doorbell rings, late, sharp as thunder.
One familiar face from across the street.
Neighbourly greetings, maybe?
You grin, half-hello forming.
Her hand rises swiftly.
Slap cracks, cheeks sting, words unspoken.










Doorbell rings, late, sharp as thunder.
One familiar face from across the street.
Neighbourly greetings, maybe?
You grin, half-hello forming.
Her hand rises swiftly.
Slap cracks, cheeks sting, words unspoken.