Should

I should have known by now, this feeling.

Stomach, clenching, so hard the butterflies

Brush the back of my throat.

I should have smiled by now, at least.

Teeth, showing, to break the ice

And cut the tension.

I should have spoken by now, but…

I should have danced by now, and yet

Legs, faltering, when I see you

And her in that embrace.

I should have laughed by now, at this.

Eyes, rolling, at artificial sparkle

And hearts as target practice.

I should have gone a long time ago,

Feet, turning, past sloppy kisses

And out the door.