hollow numbers

For the last 3 days, i awoke at 6am, oblivious to the cushiony bed below my torso, and stared upwards into the murky morning dim-ness. It was as if i was staring at the ceiling, but really, i looked through it. Then, i turned to my side and went back to sleep.

I withdraw $600 each from 3 savings accounts that I have been maintaining since 3 years ago. When people talk about emptying their bank accounts, this is it. I stood at the ATM holding this small wad of cash, my fingers clenching it tightly. Then, i walked away.

Exactly 336 hours before i fly Down Under.