I Have Rights

The call the behavior
codependent…
excessive emotional
or psychological reliance
on a partner,
typically a partner
who requires support
due to an illness or addiction.
I try my best to avoid
rocking the boat,
causing the wrath
to target me.
I have opinions,
ideas, solutions,
but maintain my silence.
I’m determined
to change my ways,
to state my mind,
to let the world know.
I really do have rights of my own.