A BALLAD FOR SUSIE

For Susie, who is a love song

Smiling, so sincere, white

Fighting, winning, hold on

For Susie, beautiful, abused

Breathing fire, missing the kiss

Passionate, wishing, winning, hold on

For Susie, strong, lips laughing

Sacrifice, still giving, selfless

Waiting, wanting, winning, hold on

For Susie, who is a star

Utmost high, eyes flash, glitter

Wither, but forever won, winning, hold on

Whole world, wide, explored—yet still

For Susie, sweet, perfect, true

Forever adored, this ballad is for you

Hold on.