Today I tried. <br />I didn’t attack, <br />I didn’t accuse, <br />I didn’t criticise. <br />Just, when asked, <br />Stated my viewpoint. <br /> <br />One sentence I uttered, <br />About one thing that <br />Was making me unhappy, <br />Seeking a compromise. <br /> <br />Today again, I was attacked, <br />Accused, criticised. <br />Just for wanting some <br />Consideration, some <br />Evidence that I matter. <br />It’s obvious I don’t. <br /> <br />I serve my purpose well, <br />Should expect little in return, <br />Be grateful for small mercies, <br />And not expect kindness <br />At a cost to others. <br /> <br />Today I tried. <br />Probably for the <br />Last time.<br /><br />Susan Ash<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/today-i-tried/
