I swear it's true,

this tale about the glue.

kid in art room
and my true-life responses,
as recorded in my sketchbook:

"Where's the glue?"

"Look."

"Where's the glue?"

"Look."

"Where's the glue?"

"Look with your eyes, LOOK!"

"Where's the glue?"

"LOOK!!!" I say in sign-language,
despite the fact
the child is hearing.
My circuits are fried.

"Where is it?"

"Look!!"

"Oh."