Neglect Poem by Alesia Leach

Do you see her?
There, hiding in the corner?
It is a little girl,
with soft little curls.
Tears drip from her eyes
and you wonder why?
Oblivious to the bruises
on her pale translucent arms.
Afraid to see the burns
on her thin little thighs.
With a sad little smile,
she slowly disappears.
You wear an awkward smile
and push away your fears.

That I have to post this upsets me:
My poems are copyright. I am sharing my
poems for you to read not for you to
post willy-nilly to a website, in
your newsletter or anywhere else with out
my permission. I am available, leave me a
message. Especially to those who change
the name of my poem and not give proper
credit. You should be ashamed!