You ask why I have to be so tough,
I pause unsure how to answer,
You continue to stare,
I take a deep breath,
And out the words fall.

Have you ever been told,
So many times you can't count,
You're worthless,
You're stupid,
You're a disapointment
I Have...
Have you ever been hit,
To the point where,
Blood flows out your mouth,
Bruises remain for weeks,
You can hear your ribs cracking?
I Have...
Have you ever lost someone,
Right in front of your eyes,
Your friend shot in front of you,
Your Grandma seezing in your arms
Your mother drinking to the point of no return,
I Have...