I wiped my face off.Suddenly,I was ashamedof the salty wordsthat ran down my cheek.I remember every detail,the whole twenty-four hours.I was just waiting for you.My over-worked mindbegan to run awayfrom me again.I was trembling.When I relaxed a little,the fear actually crept closer.I heard dead leaves whistle,And then, I knewwhat must be done.I made the choice--I decided to be happyto be there for myself.