Ping Pong Poets

Hey, look at me
leaning over to one side,
for a moment or two
I thought I should hide
away from curious eyes
yet no disguise or pretence
can hide the reality in place
and as others turn their backs,
I meet the challenges I face

Hey, look at me
feet shuffling floor
toes curl in shoes
as I stumble and fall
and I wonder if I were to call
for help, would you see me then,
or turn your back –
avert your eyes,
pretend I’m not there
I’ll still be here
I’m going nowhere