Irk

All I have ever known about you is stern looks 

whenever my impish nature tried to kick in,

All I have ever known about you is bills you paid

then fade into indifference,

All I have ever known about you is threats 

when you wanted to have you way

All I have ever known is fear

as your steps hit the walkway-

hearts chocked with rampart dread

one step, then the next...

Strides beating like a funeral tom...and then....

Dad's home!

comes mother's voice.

All I have ever known about you is dissension

The unsatisfied look that lingers in your eyes

the unsavoury words so quick to let fly

the tears that always follow your compliments

and false modesty offensive like a cheap suit.

Yep, that's all I've ever known about you

And you still want me to call God 'father'???

Not a chance!!!

because all I have ever known about you hurts.

AR.