Amarillo Bay™ Literary Magazine presents Why You Stay by Suzanne Roberts

Why You Stay
by Suzanne Roberts

Your friend tells you
you're the balloon.
Your husband holds
onto the string, has it tied
to his wrist. Without him,
you'll float away. Her hands
whirl like fans, show you
exactly what happens
to a balloon without anchor.

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