Every Time

Every time you open the door
Every time he walks in
Every time he rings your phone
And you answer.

Every time you start over
Every time you go out
Every time you lay down with him
And you let him take you.

Every time your lips meet
Every time your eyes lock
Every time your hands touch
And you ignore the cringe.

Every time you say I love you.
Every time you say I STILL love him.
Every time you give him a chance
And you say it’s the last.

Every time you meet his demands
Every time you believe his threats
Every time you give him money
And you know it’s not a loan.

Every ride you take with him.
Every time you let him in
Every time you go back
And you forgive his ways.

Every time
Confirms his belief
That he owns you.

Don’t bare his brands any longer.
He’s the cow.
Tip him over.
And run like hell.