Through dialogue, Shelby Raebeck demonstrates the frustrating feeling that overcomes Ricky and Lance when confronted with the harsh reality of societal prejudice. When Lance gets racially profiled during his leisurely drive with Ricky, he speaks about the unjust behaviour of the police officer when pulled over and tries to find solace from Ricky’s words to which he replies: “Sometimes, there ain't nothing to say" (Raebeck 108) These empty words leave nothing but an ache, a digging pain that no matter what leaves these two men unable to convey their thoughts. Through responding with “there…