Inanimate

People think I need to speak to people like myself
And fear that I am crazy for talking to a shelf-
But really speaking to you is the best part of my day.
I'll ramble on for hours and you’ll never walk away.
And if you don’t believe me, just ask Debra our dear plant.
She sits inside that pot a lot and never wants to dance.
But that’s ok because she gives some really great advice.
I asked her if I’m crazy- she said nothing so that’s nice.
Why talk to people on the phone
When to the sculptor you can moan?
And who needs texting when you have
The faucet from a bubble bath.
Have you ever sung to your shampoo?
They love it and ask for encores too!
The kitchen pot became my friend,
I joke that it’s on fire.
And talking to the radiator at this point is required.
So, talking to your household objects isn’t crazy- I confirm.
Its only when they answer that you have to be concerned!

Treblemaker

NY

YWP Alumni Advisor

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