Taker

You make your way by taking
and you take me by surprise.
I’m foolish as a child when
I’m beguiled by your eyes.

You found me of some use when
the abuse had run its course.
Now, fodder for the slaughter,
I lose to the darker horse.

You’re kneeling on my feelings
when you beg her for a bone.
I can’t take all this giving
so I’m living on my own.