Never stated but always implied;

one leaves no choice,

but two comes with bias.

Quicker to forgive,

easier to assist,

harder to leave.

Words are never needed

with actions speaking clear

to the child of ire.

Object of affection

means another unattended,

seeking approval.

The favored offspring

reaps the bounty

of the problem child.

But coddling and chiding

turns into soft skin

waiting to be torn.