The Reluctant Lover sleeps
Even when she's happy
The Reluctant Lover weeps
So caught up with emotion
So often misunderstood
So many suppressed desires
Should, would and could
Pressure from her family
Pressure from above
She thought friends would useful be
But they too know not love
Minsters say one thing
Then prey upon their flock
Advertisers undermine educators
Drugs, Sex, Hard Rock
Why can't things be easy
Why can't things be fun?
Why must she feel everything
Until all she feels is numb
Is it right, is it wrong
What's an unpardonable sin?
Her mind never quiets
Amidst the conflicting din
Searching for an answer
Reaching further than before
The Reluctant Lover pauses
And questions then no more
Peace comes only from within
Responsibilities diminish chaff
Focus on what's important
Gird up loin and staff
Fight only for yourself
Relish victory sweet
Dismiss those who would bray
Knock them off their feet
She's confident now, and happy
Experienced from war
Comfortable in what she does
A reluctant lover nevermore
