I Know
I'm sorry you are so upset
I didn't say I was upset
You didn't have to--I knew
from the slamming doors
and stomping on floor
I'm sorry you're in much pain
I didn't say I was in much pain
I heard you moaning and groaning
when you walked up the steps
and slower ascent and descent
than usual--I knew
No I didn't
Yes you did but it's okay
I know you try and hide it
but--I know
Can I get you some pain pills
and the heating pad
I know you love me
I should say it more often
but I don't
I know--because you fixed the door
and put clothes in the dryer
and offered to go with me to
my dentist appointment so
you could drive home since
I wouldn't feel like it
You don't have to say a word--I know
Copyright © Jeanie Bennett | Year Posted 2017
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