Rage, unbefitting a Lady
Unbefitting anyone, truth be told
Circling, always, at the edge of my consciousness
Waiting to submerge my soul in blood red Fury

Equal parts friend and foe

Protected by the blinding Wrath
When life's cruelties threaten to cripple
Crushed in its destructive path
Loss of love, ties severed irreparably

Dire warnings unheeded, simmer becomes boil

Eyes flashing, jaw clenched
Control thinly held, cajoling
Ever cognizant, I plead for space
Slammed doors forced open

The battle is lost, the War has begun

Narrowed focus, Anger unleashed
Verbal savagery, emotional lacerations ensue
Tears stream, soothing raw wounds
Rage, the Victor; you knew I would win