Puppet

I’m just a puppet

for display and for show.

Encased within glass

with a slot on the door.

Go on, insert a coin.

I will perform and dance

to bring you joy.

I’m just a puppet

with strings controlling me.

They tighten more every day,

Tugging at me more vigorously.

I’m just a puppet

You determine my moves.

To fail, or to succeed

I don’t get to choose.

I’m just a puppet

To obey your every command

Even if it means

I’m always feeling sad.

I’m just a puppet

Forced to follow the path

you laid out for me.

Only to become the person

you expect me to be.

I’m just a puppet.

Strangled by your chains

Wishing every day

For you to end the pain.

I’m just a puppet.