Naffisatou Koulibaly reads "It's been five months since I've touched another body"

The transcript is a reading of a poem by a writer from Providence, RI, reflecting on themes of isolation, desire, and existential thoughts during the pandemic. The writer discusses the inspiration from a mentor and the impact of solitude on communication and self-perception. The poem delves into the fear of being forgotten, the longing for connection, and the contemplation of existence and mortality.

What inspired the speaker to write the poem?

• A dream they had

• A mentor from Providence

• A song they heard

• A book they read

What does the speaker fear about their current situation?

• Running out of food

• Being unnoticed in their isolation

• Losing their job

• Being forgotten by friends

Who seems to understand the speaker's inner feelings?

• Their neighbor

• Their dog

• Their sibling

• Their mentor

What does the speaker express a desire for regarding their final resting place?

• To be buried in a forest

• To be cremated

• To be buried at sea

• To be placed in a mausoleum

What does the speaker imply about their expectations of visitors?

• They don't want any visitors

• They have frequent visitors

• They are waiting for someone who never comes

• They expect many visitors