Pauses

I've been hearing those sounds for a while
intentionally,
Taking the tea bags from my cup
slowly,
to see the oily drops
fall
I've been taking a long breath
before the elevator closes its doors
while I stare at the alarm button,
one or two seconds,
Trying not to think in the things I won't say,
That's been the glue among this infinite chain of small crowns and toothpicks,
they way I snap my fingers.