Privacy

Privacy is

The room where you go
to read a book you won't tell
anyone about.

Privacy is

Active quietness.
Strategic non-sharing so
that you have a self.

Privacy is

Riding the backseat
crushed up against suitcases
dreaming of crushes.

Privacy is

A mental witness
protection against random
anger in your house.

Privacy is

A decision made
two weeks ago that you are
just now declaring.

Privacy is

Property. Privilege.
Pregnant. Personal. Power.
Primary. Precious.

Privacy is

A home. Acting with
out advertising. Leaving
the record to chance.