Stand outside!

Bare feet, no clothes.

Blood from splints as you pound the door.

Scream quietly,

Hearing your plea may break your dignity.

No more.

Just warm food and movie nights.

New affirmations begin.

His so kind,

His so gentle.

Echos.

He loves me.

He loves me.

He loves me.

Today, my chains don’t hurt,

Cause he loves me.