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I’m working quickly
save time
to slow down
relax

I’m yelling
at the top
of my lungs
turn hoarse
have nothing
to say

I’m staying awake
all week
to lie
soundly a while
sleep in

I’m starving myself
a slow fast
to feast
and the day’s
not holy

And now I’m getting
real close
in order to keep you
at bay

© Carlos Chagall, 2013