Small Child

Small child,

Listen to me.

The war is not won.

The fight is not over.

The battle goes on.

Open your eyes.

Look to the sky.

Follow me.

I’ll keep you safe.

But you are not free.

This life is long from over.

It has just begun.

Don’t be sad.

I’ll protect you,

From our raging dad.

Sometimes I think,

Maybe this was meant to be.

Maybe life is supposed to be this way.

Maybe times are supposed to be rough.

Maybe today just isn’t our day.

Small child,

You were born in the wrong family.

This wasn’t meant for you.

You have such greater potential.

You have true value.

Small child,

Sweet sister of mine.

You will be a star.

Your path awaits you,

And your destiny is not far.