I have never seen such
a crooked relationship
One gives all and recieves
in return nothing but hardship.

For years it continued on,
platonic,
money was spent for her
to quench her constant needs.

Hours was spent in anguish
thinking out ways,
any ways to please,
but nothing was enough.

Now you hang your head,
devastated, destroyed,
spirit but nothing than a
fading light.

Still you shine as bright as a star
if you recieve but one word
of praise from her.
Oh, it's a sad sad thing
to witness.

Yourself you stand outside
unable to see the mess
you become
at her slightest whim.
Frantically you swim up stream,
like a puppy eagerly chasing recognition,
but receieving only strikes
instead of strokes.

Your stomach hurts
but you can't see why.
Your hands are trembling,
your heart hurts,
your head feels so confused.
Angst is in your footstep
when the phone rings
anxiety sings.

And you don't see
unable as you are
to break free.

Such a shame my friend.