every word they speak
leaves an impression
on her heart

every idea explained
leaves an unspeakable expression
on her face

every whisper with her name
leaves a tear
on her cheek

they will never understand
what they are capable of,
how much they can hurt her

how they can make her feel
like she has no one
like she is worthless

how they can make her feel
like she is ugly
like she is dumb