I can hear their voices
constantly fighting about
trivial things like money
and mistakes that
should be forgiven.
In a screaming match
every word weighs heavier
than it would
in more peaceful days.
They cut deeper each time,
twisting under the skin,
amassing into a heap of
lies and broken promises.
Every day I dread
coming home to a war zone
when it should make me feel safe,
landmines buried
in the "family" room.
Why can't you just
work your issues out
before they destroy us all.