we want it now

we want the short line,

the speed pass,

we want

instant coffee, 

the microwave.

we want the screen

to appear, to stop

buffering

and get clear.

instant gratification

is our goal.

we want the third date

on the first date.

we want our

tickets stamped,

our fast food quicker.

we want

our overnight delivery,

our water to boil.

our waitress

to pick it up

as she lingers with

the check.

we want to get out

of here.

get on to the next.

we want the call,

the text.

we have no patience

for the sun

to rise, for the traffic

to move.

we want what we

want and we

want it now.

we are babies in

the crib, whining

on our backs, 

turning blue.