Sometimes in the night
I am frightened
My old friend
The Monitor
Returns
She scans with a vigilance
My thoughts, words and deeds
Seeking compliance with her Code
Searching for the places I have
Failed
Eager to report my
Transgressions
The why, when and where
Unimportant
Pious
In her diligence
Certain
In her responsibilities
Cruel
In her judgements
I am grateful in the morning
To send her on her way
Careful
Not to condemn
Willing
To be accountable
But not to be
Shamed