For you:
I see the potential in your eyes,
But it’s hidden behind fear, disguised behind tears.
I say "Baby don't cry, Mommy's here by your side."
But I can see your fear won’t disappear.
I swell up with anger deep inside, a shell of a body just getting by.
Why would he let you see? See him tear me down, stealing love from me.
I take a deep breath, and say, "Let’s get out of here.
Daddy will be alright one day, and will love; without causing fear."
I look back only to whisper,
"I once loved you, but know we must say goodbye, we deserve more than unhappy tears."
I can hear the walls whisper in fear, "Hurry get out of here!"
So I grasp his tiny hand in mine, and let our fingers entwine.
I feel the world will be alright, with my baby-boy, by my side.
His eyes are bright.
Potential pouring out his eyes,
And happiness out of mine.
You see were finally free inside.
- By Norma Sanchez,
To my beautiful son, may you grow to learn, all the potential, you hold.
