The Plea

I am regularly -

criticized,

& chastised,

The same old exercise,

that dehumanizes -

me.

 

This treatment -

causes unhappiness,

internal loneliness,

& so much bitterness,

that I asked forgiveness -

from the Lord.

 

Why can't we -

negotiate,

instead of retaliate,

or manipulate,

before it's too late -

and the love is gone?

 

Author's Note

I am beginner. This is the first poem I've ever made public. I welcome all advice, but please be gentle!
Thank you for reading!