I told you so

 

Your little defiance and that sugar coated smirk

Your pokes and prods leave my patience mangled.

 

I know why you act the way you do.

That spoiled ambition.

 

That cocked smile that says it.

I told you so.

I told you so.

 

Your happy annoyance and that exaggerated sigh.

Your pinches leave my vulnerable arms discolored.

 

I know why I love you.

That undeterred joy.

 

That silly grin that says it.

I told you so.

I told you so.

 

Your adorable remarks and that silly eye roll.

Your embraces leave my heart content.

 

I know why you are my sibling.

That unmistakable gift.

 

That loving face that says it.

I told you so.

I told you so.

 

Author's Note

A poem about sisters/siblings. As much as your nerves are raw from their button pushing, you know why you love them all the same.