Influence can be a dangerous mechanism
especially when pulled by heartstrings.
‘Do this,’ he cries
and he expects you to comply
because you are related –
a connection that should mean something
but doesn’t always –
The weight of choice crushing light
because the right choice will be wrong
for someone.
So deep breaths, fill your cup,
listen to the dismal rain
calling you over the pounding
of influence’s call and make your choice.