After Leaving the Hospital

and after learning no baby was inside,

my fasting stomach grumbled,

wanted to order food online

so I wouldn’t talk

or see

anyone.

the app wasn’t working.

another failure.

I had to go inside.

What can I get for you?

I opened my mouth,

immediately cried,

apologized,

squeaked out my order,

and when I took my card–

Don’t worry about it.

I don’t know what’s going on,

but I hope your day gets better.

I waited,

embarrassed,

heard murmurs behind the counter.

he brought my breakfast burrito and mocha,

served with a smile of pity.