I Could Tell

It would be too easy
I could tell the world
And he could do nothing about it

But I hesitate
I’m supposed to love him
I’m supposed to keep him safe
I’m supposed to take care of him

My heart burns with hatred
And my eyes sting with tears

I shake my head
I can’t tell can I?

I know that’s how he controls us
I know that’s how he lives
I know that’s how he sees us

Why then, can I not tell the world?
Why?
Because he’s my father
And I’m a good daughter