Hey! Before you read the poem I guess I should say trigger warning. Stay safe :)

Your hands

Around my throat,

My dad watching unfazed.

It only happened once but it

Still chokes.

Your tears

Falling, Broken.

"Did it 'cause I love you.

I'm sorry but you're so stubborn"

I know.

Shouldn't

Tell my friends since

It's humiliating.

They think I'm strong and powerful.

Can't breathe.

It's not

abuse. It's a

one time thing, or two, three.

But I don't have bruises so I'm

Alright.

You give

Me all I want.

You go above and beyond.

You sacrifice, You love me most.

Don't you?

Love is

A powerful

weapon or weakness. Though

I'm bad, help me don't strangle me,

Mother

Thank you for reading! I appreciate any and all feedback. Please don't be deterred by the grave topic.

Best wishes!