The child cried
as she was scolded
seems that through fear
she was molded.

"Stop crying!"
were her words
father stayed silent
like nothing was heard.

"If you... I'll spank you!"
was the common threat
a constant reminder
of patience low-set.

The father teased
the girl with names
gave meaning
to her trivial games.

She cried
at least once a day
yet in her heart
her parents stayed.

She loved them both
full and unconditionally
hoping that they'll see
this beautiful gift eventually.

When patience
seemed to be lost
because they wanted to show
who was the "Boss"

She'll shed
a million tears for them
and come back
to profess her love yet again.

They keep copying
how they were raised
not knowing she'll be
confused and dazed.

Yet for now
her love remains aflame
because her heart is pure
beyond sadness, anger or games.