Drop Me Off At The 7-11

in an effort to get people to look into each others eyes more,
the government has decided to allow each person exactly 167 words, per day.
when the phone rings, i put it to my ear without saying hello.
in the restaurant i point at chicken noodle soup.
i am adjusting well to the new way.
late at night, i call my long-distant lover and proudly say:
i only used 59 today. i saved the rest for you.
when she doesnt respond, i know shes used up all her words,
so i slowly whisper i love you,
32 and a 3rd times.