do you reread old messages knowing it makes it worse. why do you do it.

longing is the feeling that keeps checking the door. these prompts don't try to close it — they just give the waiting somewhere to go.

more for longing

• i still set out two mugs sometimes. by accident. by habit. by hope.
• what's the word or phrase only they used. do you still hear it.
• what does their absence sound like in your apartment at night.
• be honest. are you waiting for them. how long will you wait.

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