Please excuse me,
While I kick myself...
With a bit of bruising.

Only I can do this.
And I have proven it.
You can choose to stand back and watch.
Or assist if you wish!

Please excuse me,
While I kick myself...
With a bit of bruising.

I would not say it is enjoyed.
Nor do I inflict the kicking,
With a stiffer swiftness...
I'm sure you would employ.

But since I am doing it,
Submit your suggestions...
With multiple choices,
As to why I have reasons to abuse myself...
Where others find these 'areas' comfortably spreading.
And I am not pleased to sit with ease.

Please excuse me,
While I kick myself...
With a bit of bruising.

I have discovered myself to be impatient.
And if I inflict my own pain,
The sensation of it keeps me motivated.
Applied to re-energize,
An acceptance I reject and despise.
Upon the arrival of malaise.
Many express with wishes to have stay.

Lawrence S. Pertillar

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