I would like...

I would like people to see me
and say that's "arresting",

the two smooth streaks of mascara on my cheeks

where that last finished novel's

words imprint on my mind

I would like people to see me

and sigh 'how adorable'

when I sleep with my mouth open wide and

a sliver of drool and an "in bed" aroma

to complete the scene

I would like people to see me

and think that's unique

how I dress, that my hair's unbrushed and

I chatter to myself and hum

in a world of my own

I would like, not people, but one

to see just that

I would like to not want that one

as much as this