I had No Idea

I had no idea
The pain you hid
The shame you felt
With every pessimistic step.

I truely did not know
How had you fought
To stay alive
And retain a sliver of pride

I'd heard them say
Friendship is magic
I had no idea
I was your only friend

I wish you had told me;
You never had to hide
I had no idea
Child abuse is how you died

So now I'll take a stand
My motivation to fight is you
So no one else can ever say
I didn't have a clue.

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This is dedicated to anyone who died as a result of child abuse. I personally don't know anyone who did, but it is awful that this happens to the children of America.