Out-of-Order

sometimes I wonder

 if people need an out-of-order sign

just like a broken vending machine

because they can't give you anything

it's not their fault they're broken inside

whether it's from misuse or overworked

they can't work until a special person or thing

fixes them from the inside, makes their ears ring

or maybe someone will bring them to the junkyard

when they believe that the best thing to do is discard

but someone will save them there, wipe their tears and wash their hair

they'll draw stars on that out-of-order sign, say it's temporary, they'll be fine 

and when they're ready, they'll help take it off, ready for the adventures that this person will bring

when the person is no longer the equivalent of a broken vending machine

Author's Note

Thanks for reading!

Reviews

[Kim S.]

WOW, this really makes one think. At times I wonder about some people.
Enjoyable read.

[Papaya]

This really moved me. I've been that person, sometimes still am, and certainly know many others that just need to be cut some slack or need an ear, a hug, whatever. Just some understanding. A very thoughtful write. 👏

[DecentlyOkayWriter]

Thank you! May you have a nice rest of your night.. or day!

[Papaya]

And I wish the same for you.