I’m sorry it didn’t work out
and I couldn’t drive you around today
as you asked me to yesterday
and the day before.
I’m sorry
I wasn’t convenient
for your service.

I’m sorry I had other things to do
that I was unable to jump
at your call
with the same alacrity
I had previously.
I’m sorry you had to find another way
to ferry yourself
from borough to borough.

Be assured,
the next time,
I’ll work harder to accommodate your schedule
with ten minutes notice.
I’ll do everything in my power
to serve you better
and get whatever you need done
before you ask.
I’m on it, chief!

Just be aware
that even then
I will have to spend some time
feeling guilty
over how I failed you today.
So…
so sorry.