An Ode to My Innocence
In the shadows
hiding from their voices
hush, little girl
I will protect you.
They will not beat you
or scream at you
their violent words
evil glares
they will not reach you.
Shh, hush now, little girl
I’ll keep you hidden.
Do not fret
they will not find you.
Continue to draw
and play your games
sleep the day away…
I will protect you
for as long as I can.