The Argument

Be responsible!
"Your behavior is your own",
He reminded me.

Where did I go wrong?
I thought we were together.
Was this my mistake?

I thought we agreed.
"You did not listen, again.
I never said it".

The rage took over.
My responsibility!!!
"You are such a jerk!"

I had to get out.
Now, no containing myself!
I am angry now.

For days and for days,
I have been biting my lip.
"Shine in on", I said.

Yesterday, he asked,
"What is the matter with you?"
I could not respond.

The life is straining
I am thinking of leaving.
The love is spilling.

Today, he gets it.
"I am sorry for my part".
"I do understand."

The raw torn places
Are still touching hot, red nerves
I feel like the fool.

The life is draining
I am thinking of staying.
The love is filling.

"Pork chops for dinner?"
He is taking the control.
He is never wrong.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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A   Avatar
April 14, 2010 at 10:36 AM
Enjoyed each and evry one. P.D.
Mehta Avatar
April 14, 2010 at 7:17 AM
I enjoyed the poem. A good write
Culverhouse Avatar
April 14, 2010 at 6:53 AM
lovers spat---enjoyed
Kendrick Avatar
April 14, 2010 at 6:12 AM
I hope this is not an abuse situation..If just misunderstandings, I hope that there is healing...If just a write, good one..Sara
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