Highlights in your Hair, Never do I Stare

Richmond CA

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I once saw you sitting down in grass, by stairs, next to an electrical pole. I’ve passed you on many walks in the neighborhood, feeling reminded of myself. Probably a projection. Going on walks because my mental health needed it, not because I really wanted to. Your vans, or jeans, or maybe even uggs, never quite felt like walking attire that would’ve been your first pick for comfort, but at least it got you out. Once, I noticed you approaching from afar, from the other side of the street. When I decided to look at you and maybe give a friendly wave, in a flash I decided to keep looking forward. It’s sad then, that in my peripheral vision, I saw you look towards me, then also snap back to looking forward. Were you also trying to see if it was safe to say hi? I hope you’re doing better, regardless of what you are going through. We probably shouldn’t say hi. I’m sorry.