Parents

I used to always think mothers and daughters

were like best friends and dads always stayed. 

I used to think I could tell my mom everything,

but she is my enemy. I used to always think 

I could trust my dad, but he is the reason why I fear

being left alone with a man. I used to always think

my parents would never hurt me:

physically, emotionally, or mentally,

but that is not the truth.

Parents are the reasons why we count 

down the years till we turn 18.

Parents are the reasons why we

can't wait to grow up.

Parents are the reasons why we

cover up our forearms,

so no one sees the scars.

Parents are the reasons why we

think of committing suicide,

because if our parents don't love us,

who will?