I show her how to put her arms around me,
but shes much too small.
Whats worse, she doesnt understand.
And
although she lies beside me, sticking
out her tongue, its herself she licks.
She likes my stroking hand.
And
even lets me kiss.
But at my demand:
Now, do it to me, like this,
she backs off with a hiss.
Whats in her little mind?
Jumping off the bed,
she shows me her behind,
but curls up on the rug instead.
I beg her to return. At first, she did,
then went and hid
under the covers. Shes playing with my feet!
Oh, Boa, come back. Be sweet,
Lie against me here where Im nice and warm.
Settle down. Dont claw, dont bite.
Stay with me tonight.
Seeming to consent, she gives a little whine.
Her deep, deep pupils meet mine
with a look that holds a flood ...
But not my brand.
Not at all.
And,
whats worse, shes much too small.
