Inspired by Paige Joi.  
             This poem reads from a 's point of view. (1994)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY - NOW PUT ME TO REST!
Twenty-seven years ago I felt so lucky
When I became a part of her, I have no regrets
I have learned and felt so much
But she gives me no rest


I'm always alert
I try to be cautious because it hurts
I must admit I love the family reunions
I feel so many wonderful things
I recall she always plays with her wedding ring


She smiles and laughs
This is when I earn time and a half
But when she cries in pain, in agony
I'm treated as an enemy.
She tortures me ... Because of you, she abuses me!


I ache, Miserable I feel
So lonely, I hurt -
Alone - Mind you is how I feel
I beat so much, I beat so fast
I beat when she thinks of you
I beat louder when she dreams of you
She gives me no rest - You give me no rest
Love her, Leave her or simply,
Kill her -
Put me to rest!!