distress

I was damn young and robust
I wanted to give only the best
I had greatest zeal and zest
I joined a bank with interest

Clerk was my designation
I worked with determination
I gave full concentration
I did the job with affection

At noon twelve o clock
Inside would be dark
Gloom chased like shark
I developed a poetic spark

None noticed my sincerity
In the discharging of duty
I was ignored by the Almighty
My services enjoyed continuity

Coming out of my lethargy
Feeling all drowsy and confused
Wondering when did this bowl of muesli
Get to my table

Put some milk in it or stir some yoghurt
My heart is torn inside
My mind a wobbled casket
Cannot contain anything at this moment

As the greater one said my trust is in the Lord
I lift mine eyes towards the heavens
And I feel no answer for me coming
I say hope deferred is cantankerous

You want me to make good decisions;
I do. Sometimes my choices
Aren’t always in line with yours, but
That doesn’t mean I am not capable.
You say you’re afraid I’ll make mistakes.
I know I’ll make my share, more than a few,
But then how else will I succeed
Without trial and error and freedom to learn.
You think I need more control;
What I really need is your support.
You’ve taught me to think and act for myself;
Now you need to trust me.
What appears to be all about this teen?
Is also about you as my parent;