God, If You Are Listening – a Cry from an Abused Child

I’m the one hiding in the shadows
I’m all alone nobody cares
I wipe my tears from my dirt stained face
I hug myself because nobody else will
I tell myself I’m loved
Though I’ve never even heard the words
I don’t know what I did wrong
Other than to be born here Into this place
I cry for help but nobody hears
Can’t you help me please?
You walk by and see my little self
Huddled into a dark corner
You don’t know what to do
Should you reach out to help
Or should you just continue on your way
If you reach out to help
What’s the worst that could happen?
Other than you might save my life.
So while I’m sitting huddled in the corner
All by myself alone and crying
I’m silently wishing that someone would come
Someone would care
Someone would help stop this pain
Death might be easier than what I have to face
God if you’re listening…
Help me Take this pain away
Keep me safe and warm
Let only loving hands caress me
Let someone wipe my tears
Lift me up in your gentle arms
Hold me near your heart
And whisper the words I long to hear
I love you and you matter
I’m really glad you’re here
God if you’re listening…
…..Help me…..
Today