matter of fact

matter of fact
this is the way
dry eyes
they're calm

matter of fact
address everyone
the same
they're polite

matter of fact
say what's needed
nothing more
they're serious

matter of fact
avoiding their
eyes and smiles
they're steady

matter of fact
but inside they want
to venture farther
try harder

matter of fact
moving on
like nothing's wrong
when

in fact
   it matters

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