she;
my dependable companion
and detestable acquaintance.
 
she;
my acid tongued critic
and faithful personal sycophant.
 
she;
the bliss that pervades my soul
and the grief that burdens my heart.
 
she;
the lever that pulls me up the ladder
and the same that pushes me down the abyss.
 
she;
the conquering warrior in every battle
and the slinking coward that shirks the line
 
she;
the calm wind that keeps me afloat
and the tempest that rocks my boat.
 
she;
the best part of my entire life
and the worst fate that befalls me so.
 
she;
i love her so, for she is me...

© Nkiru Njoku, June 3, 2003