do as i say...

I live in a cold-dark lonely place a place as dark as the bruise on my face. There are people around as far as I see But no one – not one - dare I ask to help me. My life is one of anger and fear I’m always afraid when he comes near. I hold my tears as I silently cry Knowing soon his fists will fly. The beatings are hard – so full of hate. Oh how much more can my body take. I’ve learned to separate me from myself It no longer hurts when he uses the belt. I know there are laws to protect those like me But leaving’s not easy – please try and see. My life is colored in black and in blue Please – oh please – don’t let it happen to you. Always remember you are worth so much more Never let anyone push you to the floor. Stand up and know you are somebody good And make him treat you just as he should. The very first time fists come at your face Run as fast as you can to a place that is safe. Don’t do as I do – please do as I say So you won’t be writing these same words one day.

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