No Child of Yours I saw a child hide in the corner So I…
““No Child of Yours I saw a child hide in the corner So I went and asked her name She was so naive and so petite With such a tiny frame. 'No one,' she replied, that's what I am called I have no family, no one at all I eat, I sleep, I get depressed There is no life, I have nothing left.' 'Why hide in the corner?' I had to ask twice Because I've been hurt, it not very nice I tried to stop it, it was out of my control I feared for myself I wanted to go. I begged for my sorrow to disappear I turned in my bed, oh God, I knew they were near 'So come on little girl, where do you go A path ahead, or a path to unknown?' With that she arose, her head hung low She held herself for only she knows Her tears held back, her heart like ice It looks as though she has paid the price. The ice started melting, her tears to flow The memories flood back, still so many years to go The pain, the anger all built up inside Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide. It will get better, just wait and see You'll get a life, though you'll never be fire Open your heart and love yourself The abuse you suffered was NOT your fault.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A neglected child feels isolated and hopeless, but through compassion and self‑acceptance she can heal and find purpose.
In simple terms: Compassion and self‑love can heal deep wounds.
Offer love, heal, and grow.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- support groups
- personal journaling
- creative expression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you support someone feeling invisible?
- What steps can you take to love yourself?
Healing is a gradual process, not instant.