I want out
I want out to get some air,
To breath in and breath out fully
Through the nose like in a PE class
I haven't had air for 4 days.
I can't walk, therefore I can't be out.
There is no room for argument.
Ginza, museums, movies, hot springs , even just waling
I can't do by myself.
KP has caught cold.
I hope it is not flu.
Really, I wish him to get well soon.
In health, in sickness, when ordinary, when slightly eccentric
I always cherish you, KP.
You may get mad once in a while.
Usually robust and
Even with cold, you brought me take-out dumplings.
Thank you.
Tomorrow I will return to work.
I will be out. I will see people. I will hear their voices.
The camera will be on.
I wish I could walk to the office.
Poem by Maria Franki
Edited and translated by J. Ujiie
©2011
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