The Crying Man

Who hears the fishes when they cry? - Thoreau

he says he laughs because he can't bring himself to cry

tells the truth because he doesn't know how to lie

loves burgers but always leaves the fries

he runs religiously

people ask him why

he answers, "because i'm afraid to die"

neglecting to tell them that it helps tears to dry

Author's Note

“Most men cry better than they speak. You get more nurture out of them by pinching than addressing them." - Thoreau