"You're such an asshole"
I feel angry, disappoited, and dismissive all at once.
How can my heart pick just one?
"Just communicate! It's not that hard"
I want to yell and rage. To speak softly and make him feel
ashamed. To ignore him completely.
How can my mouth be just one?
"You're making her cry!"
If he is not acting like the man I hoped he could be, is it
his fault for not being better?
Or mine for expecting too much?
"You're not thinking about the consequences"
Where is the line between the kind of love that holds
tight, and the love that lets go?
Can I do both?
"Why are you like this?"
If I keep pushing will I get through to him or drive him
away? If I let it go will he be relieved or let down?
"Stop lying!"
I love my brother,
but man . . .
A Penny for Your Thoughts 