My mother may not know, but my teacher does
No one to talk to,
Nowhere to go.
Mommy is overly religious.
Daddy will never forgive me.
Help me.
Please help!
I don't need shame.
I need advice.
I need a hug.
I need empathy.
I need an adult’s perspective.
I need an unbiased opinion.
The person I see 5 days a week, 8 hours a day,
More than I see my parents.
I need you, Mrs. Tillman.
I’m pregnant!
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