What Are You Afraid Of?
The fear of discovery
is a secret phobia.
Some people are glad to say
they are frightened some way.
Heights is a good example
being afraid to gamble
on the chance that they might fall
even if the chance is small.
But the fear of disclosure,
accidental exposure,
of secret timidity
they will suffer secretly.
Fear that a bad cold may be
a permanent allergy.

Walt Abbott–9-12-08