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I am very sorry

for the frustrations

that I often generate

It's that I will never be

a touchy feely
hands on huggy bear

I lack the sleeves

to wear my emotions on

Tis the Northern European
in me I guess

It's not that I care any less

My fire burns internalized

which while probably not healthy

is simply me being me

So do not be dismayed
if my feelings
are rarely publicly displayed

Let my actions hold sway
and let these concrete deeds 
offset my exasperating silences