By Hedvig
Date: 2001 Nov 12
Comment on this Work
[[2001.11.12.18.06.7875]]

It's Too Late

It's really too late
you've left stains on my heart
I can never erase
your indelible mark

I allowed them to dry
while they were still wet
I should have been quick
before they got set

No soaking or pre-rinse
will ever release it
More stubborn than mildew
when I tried to bleach it

I know Mr. Clean has
tried to replace you
but you were so stubborn
he couldn't efface you

I even tried 'Shout Out'
as I 'sprayed and I washed'
nothing could fade it
no matter how harsh

The stains are so set in
it's really too late
I waited too long now
to eradicate

So I guess I'll remain
with your permanent mark
till time wears away
what you've done to my heart.

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