Where Are You?

Summary

The content expresses the author's frustration and impatience while waiting for a new phone to arrive, resorting to using a mouse with their old, unresponsive phone.

Abstract

The author of the web content is currently experiencing the inconvenience of using an old phone that no longer responds to touch, necessitating the use of a mouse for navigation. They have ordered a new phone which was expected to arrive by eight but has been delayed, leading to a poem-like expression of anticipation and longing for the new device. The author reflects on making the most of what one has and not getting too caught up in the past or future. They also reference other works that resonate with the themes of waiting and resilience, including poems by Lucy Dan 蛋小姐 and Jac Gautreau, as well as another piece they wrote about longing during Passover.

Opinions

The author is dissatisfied with the delay in the delivery of their new phone, which was expected by a certain time.
There is a sense of humor in the author's description of using a mouse with a phone, calling it "a little ridiculous."
The author values the ability to work with ease and is eager for the functionality that their new phone will provide.
They advocate for appreciating the present and what one currently possesses, rather than fixating on what is to come or what has passed.
The author finds solace and connection in the works of other poets who have written on similar themes of waiting and resilience.

An Ode to a Phone Out for Delivery

I’ve spent the last few days typing with a mouse. My old phone won’t respond to my touch. I chose you, my replacement, to be shipped to my house.

You were supposed to be here by eight. Now I’m just sitting and waiting. You arrived at the distribution center an hour later.

It’s the next day. Where are you now? Are you able to come and play?

I just want to be able to work with ease. I want my new phone. Come home to me, please!

As I wait for my new phone to finally arrive, I’m using a wireless mouse to control my old phone, because the screen has decided it is no longer a touchscreen. It’s a little ridiculous.

Enjoy what you have and make use of the time you have with it/them. Don’t get too lost in reliving the past or anticipating the future.

As I’m writing this, I’m thinking of this similar poem by Lucy Dan 蛋小姐 (she/her/她):

This poem about waiting by Jac Gautreau:

And this ode of longing that I wrote in anticipation of not having any bread during the week of Passover:

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