crying uncle

[Mark A Becker]

crying uncle

when you say I love you
I value that
as purely transactional

a cold calculation

I no longer find currency
in your counterfeit idea
of family

currency

You say, “I love you.” I value that
as purely transactional.

Your calculation of love is based
solely upon your bottom line.

You sold the bond between us
for pennies on the dollar,

and I no longer find currency
in your counterfeit idea of family.