A constant inner battle. But "Feed him treats

With her only glass slipper..." is what got to me. Are we trying to erase something in the high tide? Or should you "just wait for payday" Or, to heck with it, just "go play."

But the "mean streets" seem to rob you of sleep. I'll help you find a bone for the dog so you won't be alone on the phone. Why is that line making me feel sad?