The Crutches People (Us) Hold On To

by Bru

Mallory puts on make up
every time she leaves the office to run an errand.

Val gives everyone little gifts throughout the year
because she doesn't have children of her own.

Michael kisses lots of girls because
the more kisses he gives, the more love he will receive.

Allen chews the ends of his pens because
he can't tell his wife he doesn't love her.

Ruth is the boss because she can't bear the thought
of looking less than someone else.

Chrissy writes poems because
she can't tell anybody the truth anymore.