Convenience

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a picture of a convenience store

Bella Valenta

I like convenience.

Convenience stores.
Convenient food.
Convenient drinks.

Somewhere along the way, I became one,
Welcoming.
Thoughtful. 
Ready for emergencies.
Full of drinks.
And food.

But when my shelves are empty
And it is time to restock,

My essentials are left.
My water,
The water keeps me hydrated.
The water keeps me fulfilled.
The water keeps me hopeful.

My essentials keep me alive when
The excitement of convenience 
runs out.

But

I don’t like being convenient.

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