Monday, November 24, 2008

Dear Patience



I have a far-reaching
Patience – ever.
Probably, if possible
Some award giving bodies
Could hand me out
A trophy wrapped in faux gold.

This very soul
Could probably tackle
So much smart
But, maybe only for awhile
I could yelp my guts out
And my voice can be deafening.

I have a far-reaching
Patience – ever.
The world knows that.
You know that.
To rebel,
Is not even in my nature.

I may not be as daring
Like the ones you had before me
I will not retaliate
By giving myself away
To some strange longing –
Loose woman is not I.

I have a far-reaching
Patience – ever.
But don't abuse it.
For you might wake up
With no trace of me
Can ever be seen.