Early I Wake to Count Out My Lunch

Early I wake to count out my lunch. Exactly twelve grapes I pluck from a bunch. Along with seven carrots, no more, no less. And a craving for an everything bagel, lightly toasted & suppressed. For my main course, a slice of whole wheat bread cut into two. Sandwiched together with peanut butter and jam, a tablespoon of each will do.

This may seem fastidious but it’ll do the trick. Helping me to drop jean sizes exceptionally quick. I still lack satisfaction with my appearance which is strange. But I’m sure once I lose some more weight things will change.

The 5th period bell rings and I make my way to the lunchroom. I can feel my stomach continue to growl and the hunger sensation boom. By the time my lunchbox is empty, my stomach feels the same. But it’s not until after school that I re-acknowledge this nagging feeling again.

-E.J.