Daddy left with a slam of the door,
Mommy's crying, curled up on the floor.
I'll hold you, rock you to sleep if you want.
Don't let him win, just ignore his taunts.
Mommy, I can't change him, please don't be mad,
I didn't do it Mommy, I'm not that bad.
Please Mommy, stop crying, I promise not to tell.
I hate it, I hate it, I hate it when you yell.
Mommy, I'll hide them, I've hidden them for years.
No one sees the bruises, I won't show them my tears.
Mommy, please Mommy, I think you broke my nose,
My blood is on the floor, swirling like a rose.
My heart, it burns with hate; My heart, it burns with love,
Everytime you hit; Everytime you shove.
Mommy, I'm so tired, the world is growing black.
Mommy dear, I love you, I would never hit you back.
But please Mommy, please - I'm begging you now -
Please stop, the pain is written 'cross your brow.
I feel so heavy, so slow, lying in my blood.
My eyes, they start closing, spilling tears out in a flood.
My mind goes numb as the pain begins to fade,
And yet there is a stinging, the edges of a blade.
"I love you." a struggle as I spoke,
Swallowing my blood, trying not to choke.
Red lights flash, shining off the knife,
Mommy starts to rush - she intends to end my life.
I see Daddy - his face full of tears - a picture of despair;
Knowing he's too late, I lay broken beyond repair.
As I leave, remember this instance;
Remeber my life -
Remember my existence.


* To all those who suffer from abuse; You are not alone. *