Wow Ren - this shocked me and upset me and impressed me all at once!
There really are some powerful lines in this one: "....sitting in the heat, waiting for my turn to be beat" and "I can't do much about it for I am only small" are just two of them.
(That second example truly is an effective and moving line)
I don't know how personal this piece is, Ren but what I do know is it is certainly a literal circumstance for far too many youngsters.
Thanks so much Ben!
I really do appreciate your thoughtful words and comments!
I am glad you enjoyed this piece.
It is unfortunate that too many children face this.
I think the lasting effect of the emotional scars are far worse than the physical ones.
Thanks again!