I am quiet
The clock is slow
The teacher talks fast
I inhale then exhale

I am anxious
The clock moves faster
The teacher is writing on the board
I inhale then exhale

I am excited
The bell is about to ring
The teacher gives the homework assignment
I inhale then exhale slowly

I am nervous
The bell has finally rung
I walk out of class heading in his direction
I can barely breathe now

I am brave
I wait for him to walk my way
He sees me, I open my mouth, but he walks in the opposite direction
I am left motionless

Pamela Mote

http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/dissed-2/