Honorable Mention Tie - Stress of Conversation
© Justin Hulsey
I talk. I say something weird
They are silent, as I had feared
I blush. My whole face turns red
Embarrassed, I cover up my head
I make a joke. Everyone stares
I should have known, nobody cares
I blush. My face starts to burn
I duck my head. When will I learn?
Just stay silent. That’s the key
So everyone will stop judging me
Will I talk? I don’t need the stress
Besides, I’d just make a mess