A Chance

Why don,t I get a chance

A chance to prove that I am a woman  who desires to be loved

To show that I am wifey material

A chance to love you so much that it overflows

A chance to prove that....

Under that thick, solid shell of protection is hidden

Softness, kindness, and fear

Fear of being rejected again

Being minimized, used, and abused

Fear of being a puppet in the master's hands

A chance to show that

I can be that happy girlfriend

That attentive best friend

And that passionate partner

A chance to prove that

I deserve more than just a last minute call

More than  being dumped because I am "too high maintenance"

A chance to show you that

I only need flowers, not expensive gift

I only seek your attention

A chance to show you that ........

In my world, small things mean a lot more than extravaganza

Why don't you give me a chance to love you, to cherish you

To spoil you, and to make you whole

All I'm asking for is a chance!

                                      Jennie Devallon