Fearful

Some people are intimidated by the
Camaraderie displayed by others–
I am frightened by it because
I’m worried I’ll lose myself
And become more like you
If I try to partake in it

Some people fear the
Intensity of their emotions–
I dread being human because
I can feel everything
Tiny pokes to the heart
Feel like knives
Annoyances that simmer
Reach nuclear criticality
A contentment loses containment
Bursting the dam overflowing drowning

Some people are scared by the informality
The nonsense tossed around like playthings
Words others speak actions others take
That is somehow comforting
Small talk casual conversation
Weather fashion sports gossip
Sarcasm foul humor–
I fear these things because
I can never wield them
As effectively as you