Sometimes I forget
What you want of me
I try really hard
To be perfect for you
The perfect wife
In the perfect house
No problems to discuss
In this perfect world
The kids in bed
Dinner on the table
Please do not be upset
I tried really hard
Your right, you always are
It is my fault
I messed up again
I will try harder tomorrow
To be perfect for you
I will not speak up
Or disagree with you
I am sorry
I forgot to wash your shirt
Please do not be upset
I will try harder tomorrow
big-n_beautefull

Big, just wanted to say that your poem probably touches more women's lives then you suspect,,,it was like you could find the words I couldn't...I showed it to Doug and he never realized that is how I feel inside at times, started a big discussion and hopefull something wonderful. Hugs Cherity

Im glad to hear Cheritythat this poem allowed you both to talk about certain issues. When I was in an abusive relationship, I did not know it at the time because it was more emotional abuse, I was young, I did not know what that was, he was not hitting me so how could it be abuse. Anyway, always glad to hear others enjoy or get meaning from my work.

BnB,

You are not alone in these feelings. Not only did I have the same things going on with my 2 ex's..But my father would also expect me to be perfect. Something I never could obtain, no matter how hard I tried. Thank you, for putting it into words.

Huggz

Thanks for writing that, BnB. I know I'm not the perfect husband, and your post has set me wondering how selfish a spouse can be, without even being conscious of it. I think its important to take stock of where we think we are in life, and then compare notes with others. It helps reset perspective on things.

Thanks :)