Today you told me you thought I should leave…

…Funny… Did you harbour that up your sleeve?

For ages you’ve said that you’ll be going…

Silently I’ve waited and there’s no knowing

‘Cos really…

One moment you’re blazing like a passionate sun…

And next you’re cold with a frozen tongue

One moment you’re wanting all you can get…

And next you behave like you’re on ket

And really…

I’ve had enough of the highs and lows…

Watching your shadow and under my toes

Eggshells have broken too many times…

And I’ve had enough of returning tides

Time ticks slowly but itchy feet wait…

Test of time Who’ll push the gate?

So really…

I’m waiting I’m in no huff

I wait to see what’s up your cuff…

©️ Phoebe Carter 2023