Breathe!

I can't breathe

I gasp for air

My lungs cry for help

I watch and see the eyes staring

His knee stabbing my throat

My head banging on the floor

I shout as loud as I can

I plead for my life

His heartless face peers at me

This is not how I imagine my death to be

I try to stay strong to remain conscious

I think of my family ,

this is not how I am meant to die

The cold dirty ground scratches my face

I think if I am calm I will be released

But his grip stays firm

Does he not know the value of my life

He who hates upon a creation of God

I want to be free

The pain is unbearable

My throat is running dry

I screech for my freedom

What did I do to deserve this

My head is pulsing

The lights are fading

I must try to survive

I try to keep my eyes open but they are desperate to close

My pulse starts to slow

Why does this man not listen

The other men simply stare at the spectacle

I close my eyes

I gasp for air

I no longer breathe!

Written by my daughter NGrace age 13.