beat up and worn

That blue uniform; I’ve seen it before. I even noticed the boots. Those beat up, worn and rugged work boots that give you a very distinctive walk. But I never really paid attention.

You were walking through the store the other day, working and something came over me; I said hi.
It was short, sweet, quiet and to the point. You even said hi back but then I was gone.

You see, I’m not one for engaging in a random conversation. I’m awkwardly shy. There is an extrovert screaming to come out of this introvert body. It’s a constant battle.

Today, there you were: blue uniform, rugged boots and that walk.

Different time. Different place.

You tried to start a conversation.

I wanted it.
I felt it.

A simple “hello, how are you? It’s a nice day out”, casual conversation was what ensued.

I gave you simple, short answers in return and again; I was gone.

I’m so disconnected.

photo {kat burns}