Poems from Jo A
Don't explain to me
why you did it
because you will do it again
and come back apologizing
saying you didn't know why
the first time and...
Can we hold onto the things that will keep us innocent or do we have to let go to grow so how much are you willing to give up for that...
I hear how I need to shut my mouth
How I am very good at needing to have the last word
How one day my mouth will get me in trouble and you...
I am being taught that using my voice is no longer allowed
I am supposed to stay quiet
even when other's throw insults at my face
I must...
I think I might lose my mind
if I don't get to know what you hide
behind those violet eyes
so please
won't you sit with me
and tell me...