Sometimes I’m angry and upset
and I don’t know why
I just have this short fuse
I blow up for nothing
become nasty, impatient
and give the nicest people
a hard time
I hate myself that way
but the strong feelings are there
just under the surface
ready to come out
and hit the next person
I see
Then I feel terrible
I’m guilty, I apologize
and can’t understand
what’s gotten into me
Most days I’m really nice
It’s just once in a while
for no reason at all
unconnected to any event
I lash out
Next time, when I feel that way
I’ll put on a sign that says:
“Don’t Come Too Close,
LIVE WIRE!”