IDLE INVENTORY

I don't mind the counting
The big items that are easy to see
But it's the tiny little buttons
That gets the best of me

I know that taking inventory
Is necessary every now and again
Seeing what you got on the shelf
And what others require for you to bring in

I run a tight ship shape shop
Very aware of what others desire
It may be my building
But you'll never see me playing with fire

No I don't take to snooping
In the business of others
I've got enough to get on with
Taking care of the unmet needs of mothers

...searching for safety

Written by Trudy Schrader on 07-30-2026

Note: Codependency sits on need
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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