Fighting the Good Fight

I am so tired.

These battles sap my will,

my energy, my soul.

I am at a loss as to how to handle the constant defiance,

the stubborn tears, the refusal to go to school!

I have no energy left to be patient with her.

I cannot calmly speak to her about why and try to persuade her.

I believe my rope is nearing its end.

My struggle is so draining

that I might just give up.

All I know is that fighting the good fight

is never good!