overwhelmed.

too many social signals
the emotional forecast
did not follow
the predictions.

in a large room
too tired to
delve into the life
of another
wonderful person

walking out
back to the car
more drained
than a kitchen sink

2 days
to rest,
to bounce back

i am sensitive,
i soak up everyone's mood,
the mannerisms of all,
the tone in which she said
goodbye.

feeling largely
inadequate
because,
well i don't know.

I suppose it's inherent
at this point.
also I should mention
the car seat.

that is all.
the two words which hold my
fragility and embarrassment.