It's that time again, feels like a curse
My body's battleground, symptoms diverse
Cravings kick in, a sweet and salt fest
In the dead of night, no chance for rest
Writhing in discomfort, my insides twist
A monthly ordeal I can't resist
The pain sharp as knives, it cuts so deep
All I want, all I need, is some damn sleep
I have a uterus and, yes, it hurts
Each month a reminder of what it's worth
Raging hormones, a turbulent tide
In this bodily storm, I must abide
Mood swings like a wild, erratic dance
From tears to laughs, nothing left to chance
A grimace replaces every casual smile
With every cramp, I lose another mile
Bloating's my jacket, tight and snug
Mirror reflections, a shrug and a tug
The pain, a constant echo in my bones
Silent screams, muffled moans
I have a uterus and, yes, it hurts
Each month a reminder of what it's worth
Raging hormones, a turbulent tide
In this bodily storm, I must abide
Night after night, the pain draws near
A familiar foe, so harsh, so clear
Counting hours till it ebbs away
Marking time in the throes of dismay
The song ends not with a victory cry
But a sigh of relief as the days go by
Until next time, it rests, it waits
In the shadows of my calendar dates