You could

You could

9:58 am – 10:15 am 3-10-08

You could leave, you know.

and I wouldn’t hold you back.

I would help you pack and wave to you

As you drive off into the distance.

You could hit me, you know.

And I wouldn’t even flinch.

I would bear the bruises proudly,

Knowing that you loved me enough to mark me.

You could cheat on me, you know.

And I wouldn’t be jealous.

I wouldn’t be anything

Only numb.

You could yell at me, you know.

And I wouldn’t yell back.

I would stand there and take it.

Silent.

You could force yourself on me, you know.

And I wouldn’t push you away.

I would let you get the best pleasure

And not ask for anything in return.

You could, you know.

But you don’t.

You love me and care about me

And treat me like the beautiful woman that I am.