Partners in line!

My inner core is broken
What should I do?
He is going to need me 
To follow him through.

I am always by his side 
But, day by day my inner self hides.
A little attention would reveal
That I'd shine brighter if he steals,
A moment to sharpen my core
And disappoint me, no more.

He held me so delicate
In his hands, I surrendered.
His fingers clasp around my waist 
As I made his life much better
Creating such awes and wonders.

He was happy seeing the results
We worked well together.
Even as I got shorter
But, can't he see I was lack luster?

He used me
Sometimes he tossed me to the side.
But he always come looking 
For me to share his ride.

I am tall
I come in many shapes, size, and colors
But, I love this yellow outfit of them all.
Sharpened me for a refined result
We worked so well together
Mates until my end, forever!

I am a pencil.


Ok, I said it!