have you ever...

have you ever
felt a thunder
that splits apart
your brain

have you ever
seen a lightning
that strikes
across the rain

have you ever
lived a dream
that blooms
just like desire

have you ever
known a wind
that feels
just like a fire

The other day I apologized to my washing machine

I put a dirty shirt in to soak for a bit and, when I thought I heard the water stop filling, I opened the lid to mush the shirt down fully into it. Finding the water actually stll filling, I said "I'm sorry" and closed the lid.

But here's the thing: didn't just say sorry, I said it as if I was embarrassed, as if I had walked in on...let's face it...my washer still in a state of undress when I thought it (she) had already left the shower....and I closed the lid quickly.

It was like: Oh, my stars. I'm sorry. (And quickly close lid).

I wouldn't be at all surprised if I was blushing.

To me, at least, appliances are already alive.

I'm a good neighbor...

I refuse to acknowledge the existence of those around me as muc as they refuse to ackowledge mne.

So, if I move into yours, fell sfae in the knowledge I will completely ignore you...I only hope you return the favor.