that man

(meaning me)

is a poor influence

if i noticed

he never once

turned down a drink

offer of more wine

pushed away my hand

did that thing over the glass

pour no more please

but she’s right

i am a poor influence

pointing out

her controlling behaviour

bitching am to night

knocking spots off him

how she terms it

cutting the man down

i can’t get him to see it

ah that’s just how she is

& if the man don’t feel

he’s worth more

who am i to disagree?