Stealing Fate

Dare I speak for my tongue is bruised
feeling lonely and confused
His hand has graced my cheek again
time stands still for me my friend

Damn her for her useless voice
Once again I have no choice
She brought this all upon herself
claiming that I should get some help

Losing my hair one strand maybe more
I've lost count, I can't keep score
Many times I wanted to fight back
thoughts that just brought more powerful attacks

But it's her that has driven me to drink
just one more sip so I can think
Still not enough to quench this need
I'm downing shots at rapid speed

Hoping the blackouts will visit him soon
crying inside, fearing my doom
Movement I hear he's coming this way
his fist meets my stomach, damn he will pay

Catching the look within her eyes
the shame is there, she can't disguise
Hitting her once but craving much more
I won't be satisfied til she's on the floor

His cold wet hand has me by the throat
wishing upon stars he'll trip on his coat
The grip is tight gasping for air
fading into darkness and despair

Grabbing her roughly by the neck
I'll teach her obedience and respect
Watch her struggle for a minute or two
then tighten my grip as she turns blue

This was just a scenario played out with rage
Trapping beauty in a violent cage
It's a daily occurence, there's rarely an escape
for domestic violence steals many a fate

*Collaboration poem written with Sunny for a poetry club challenge. Our topic was abusive men.