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Let the world see
Who it is you truly be

Setting up the Christmas tree
Lights
Ornaments
Tinsel
Prettiest tree around

Setting up the Christmas tree
Friends and family near
Food
Laughing
Music playing
Time for memories
Time for cheer

Setting up the Christmas trees
Fireplace aglow
Gathered  in the warmth inside
Watching the falling snow

Even when I tried to deny it, you were always there
You are my hidden sunrise on a day filled with clouds

She huddles in the corner
Tears flowing from her blackened eyes
She cries in silence
Afraid that he will hear
Afraid her cries will make him mad
Afraid the beatings will continue

She bleeds
Where he has struck her
The salt from her tears
Sting as they wash over the wounds

Still she is silent
For to let him her hear cry
Would mean a victory on his part
That she will not allow