Our next piece is written by Kriszel Catarroja of 1COM2 and it is about the lack of the capability to feel. There comes a point in our lives where we don't really have enough feelings, if any, that suffices. This describes the situation perfectly, the notion that we are left with not even pain or happiness or excitement—nothing—and all that we could do is plead to get out of feeling stuck at that moment.
Numb For Now
by Kriszel Alyanna Catarroja
i believe i can feel everything
the roughness of the ivory-colored walls as my fingers touch them
the movement of every hair strand when i move my head
the mistral wind blowing strong, letting the daisies sway
the texture of the silk scarf behind the door i left last winter
but at the same time, i can't feel anything
the warmth of the embrace from someone i love
the joy of swaying with the music and dancing in my room
the thrill of perfecting a morning coffee and sunny side up egg
the pain from the words of a lover that are as sharp as a dagger
the fear of not breathing and closing the eyes for eternity
can someone bring me back to the moments I recognize the ring in the heart?
can someone bring me back to the moments I have felt emotions?
