Reading Selectively

I did not set out to read

only those who would read me.

I wanted all to read me,

and to read them too.

But no, most are fixated,

on sharing their own work,

no time for others.

I saw 28 notifications,

and felt happy.

At least some will be responses,

to my 600-strong work.

Nope.

Only two or three, maybe,

rest were xyz published.

I realize now this clutter is hiding

people who read me,

those who give their time,

encourage, motivate.

and then I unfollowed,

a lot for them.

They are there just for themselves,

not to extend support

no regard for my efforts.

No guilt, it's not vice,

I can do justice now

to those few

who show warmth, are friendly,

I will read selectively.