Why I Protect Myself?

Why I Protect Myself?

By: Tyler Ross

The nicer I am, the less respect I seem to get.

How come you can make plans with them,

but ignore our plans like they ain’t shit?

We’re told its a give and take,

but the more I think about it,

I really don’t relate.

Seems like a lot of work to be friends.

The road only works for most on one end.

But still I bend, 

I break and I make the same mistakes

with those more willing to take 

than communicate.

This isn’t a debate.

You can’t argue my feelings

when there’s no true care at stake.

So continue to fuck off

and do as you please.

You won’t find me waiting around.

You won’t find me on my knees.

My fault for giving you too much effort and my time.

You disrespected mine

and I’m learning more to respect myself,

so step away as I grow and shine.

You no longer matter

as I like to stick with those who are kind.

Don’t come crawling back

because you’ll only get my behind.

Stay convenient.

Stay unlearned and stunted.

You are no longer worth my time.

We all know the type

and you are NOT wanted!