Into the Wind

An Angel's Prayer

Once upon a time--long, long ago--
There live a child who hid her feelings so
No one knew her truly, no one even guessed
That sweet smile hid her troubles if she were pressed

Long sleeve dresses covered every blemish
Each scar a battle wound not fit for the squeamish
Bruises and cuts always her own fault
For she never could behave like she ought

A tiny warrior who felt the brunt of another's anger
Who begged for Jesus to come and save her,
To take her away from her hell--take her to heaven
And this prayer would be answered before age seven

An angel now, she sings with all her might
And helps others like her amidst their common plight
She knows she'll soon shed her wings once more
And leave the safety of heaven's doors

Perhaps another family would love her and laugh
Perhaps she would find solace in a warm embrace
Perhaps another chance to be all that a child should be
A free spirit not broken but cherished, perhaps she'd see