So tired from work, I open the door-
Just like a million times before.
All I want to do is rest and sit down-
But she starts in with another round.
No hug , no kiss, no welcome mat-
Fussing and fighting is where it's at.
I've given her all my love and care-
When she needed me I was there.
When did she turn so cold and mean?
The likes of her I have never seen.
She has hit me time and again-
I try to keep my anger held in.
I have told no one...who would understand?
I'm susposed to be strong..I'm a man!
God, it gets so hard - the screaming at me-
There's scars on my heart no one can see.
Do I leave her - just walk away?
Or do I hope things will get better someday?
I am so tired, I wish she'd leave me alone-
So much pain in my heart - my strength is gone.
It just takes the life right out of you -
You're in darkness - can't find your way through.
To be beaten down every day -
It takes part of your soul away.
I try to relax - but the screaming goes on-
God, I wish I hadn't come home.
The verbal abuse - Oh, it hurts me so much-
What I would give for a loving touch.
All I get from her is the back of her hand-
God, I feel like half a man!
I don't know how long I can go on-
Holding to a love I know is gone.
I just know I can't take this anymore-
Her yelling echos as I walk out the door.
To be beaten down every day----
It takes part of your soul away.......
Written By Linda M. Hill
