grey rock

you grow quiet.

grey rock. silent in the storm,
the lingering
but fading storm.

you toss in the towel.
no more words to say, no more
misgivings
or apologies.

you sigh, and move on.
go quiet.

if spoken to you
you answer in clear concise
sentences.

saying just enough to
respond, then move on.

your emotions are numb.
your heart has slowed.
you breathe
just to breath, there is
nothing left to hold.

grey rock.