Forgive her for biting you,
For hissing when she felt afraid.
She begged for protection,
Not to invite pain.

She is sorry she always needs reassurance.
Sorry I hurt you.
She’ll gag herself if she must,
If it means you’ll feel safe again.

You liked what she gave,
Not who she was.
You could only ever love
Half of her
Her straight half.

You called her smart,
Yet made her feel stupid,
A contradiction she carries.

She will wait at the window,
Ears tucked,
Hoping for your return,
Even as she know
You’re gone for good.