I’ve washed children,

I’ve walked dogs,

I’ve got myself up tight.

I’ve been good

And I’ve been bad

I’ve maybe been half right.

I’ve needed to

I’ve yearned to be –

So much I want to shout

But every time

I sit and try

I see the time’s run out

So I’ve cleaned mutts

And I’ve walked kids

I guess I’m still here fighting

To skip the dishes

Leave the phone –

AND GET ON WITH MY WRITING!