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As I have said these poems are about my life. I have experienced hurt and rejection Never had a birthday party or a birthday cake. But this is for all the children that have to suffer Just wanting to be loved by the people thay love.

To a man

Growing up my life was hard
No Christmas present no birthday card.

Daily beating with belt and stick
Made to work even when I was sick.

Dreams of happiness dreams of joy
Dreams of being a normal boy.

Not being loved just feeling the hate
Waiting to grow up I just couldn't wait.

So in time away I ran
I grew up fast to become a man.
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