Each day I wake up and then spend the whole day
Doing things perfect and in ‘just my own way’
I want people to relax as they watch me cook and clean
Making everything look tidy, sparkly, pristine
I go off to work because that’s what I choose to do
Spending the money on those i love – sometimes me too
I’m also a counsellor, a home work buddy, taxi driver,
And control my home like a military commander.
Actually, on days I find it quite exhausting being me
I’d like to sit and do nothing, enjoy a HOT cup of tea
If only I could let people help me, really have my back
If only I had boundaries and let people take the slack
Oh wait a minute, I just reflected and was surprised to see
People love me and want to help, eek! The enemy is me
By Leanne Flower
