Just Look At Me

Take a good look at me, I am not confused about who or what I should be. But you have tried to rob me of my innocence and spirit too, And today is just a reminder of the pain and hurt that you have put me through. Look into my eyes and see the pain that I try to hide behind each tear, You should have been the one, who made me feel safe and free, I wish I could crawl into the earth and disappear, For when I look into the mirror I see a stranger looking back at me. Are you afraid to look at me because you know you are guilty? I have traded in my dolls and pony tails to embrace my reality. How could I remain a child when I will never be free? I beg you, look at me! Look at me for you have made me who I am –a bitter child And I will never, ever again be me.