HOLD HER


When did it happen
Some may ask why
When innocence is taken
Brutal rage inflamed

How to return that gift
The gift of youth and trust
Then ask why
No answers will be found

To retaliate in what fashion
Never to be a child again
Once innocence is torn from the soul
Who will judge when all is said

Only love, hold on to her
Embrace her close
Give and give
She deserves no less

When innocence is taken away
Hold onto her tight
Love her for there is only now
Kiss her tears through every night

Michael V Hechtman Copyright 2000