Flirts with Apps

 Instead of going to the movies and avoiding everyone I see, I can comfortably flirt from my couch. Without making eye contact, or risking an uncomfortable exchange, a foul smell, or just the vulnerability of showing up in person, acknowledging a sense of human emotion – loneliness. Or togetherness. I haven’t quite figured it out yet.

Instead of experiencing the scents and sounds and sights of our senses, we can experience exhilaration, a human connection, confidence and a touch of sustainability. We can reassure ourselves that someone, somewhere is interested in us. Even if we are merely sitting on the couch, smelling of irresponsibility and desire.