Overheard Talking Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

Observing can eliminate frustration.
And knowing that listening to comprehend,
Is important to do with a sharing of feedback.
Clarity and understanding is associated with that.
Although...
Many are not that observant.
Or willing to listen effectively.
And that which is expressed,
Is left as if one is talking to him or herself.
But there is 'always' an exception.

One overheard talking,
And asking to have direct questions answered....
Is rarely offended by the doing of it.
Especially if this kind of conversation satisfies.

'I am sitting right here.
You don't have to talk to yourself.'

~Trust me,
I do.
I've tried and made several attempts,
To communicate with you.
And you have taught me how to recognize immediately,
Who it is, why it is and when...
My confusion begins to be created.
And it is the knowing from where it comes,
That has helped me tremendously in this relationship.~

'How long have you been doing it?
I 'thought' I overheard you answering questions.'

~Which ones did you ask? ~