I have a beaten heart <br />It's been that way from the very start. <br />As an infant it was harmed <br />God meant for this, don't be alarmed. <br /> <br />You see my heart is still bruised and beaten <br />there is no safety no I won't be leaving. <br />I have learned to live with a beating sore <br />can't return this one to heavens door. <br /> <br />I have a beaten heart <br />It's been pulled and torn apart. <br />I just close my eyes and pray to one day heal <br />for my beaten heart to mend and to finally feel. <br /> <br />I have a beaten heart.<br /><br />debbie wagoner<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/a-beaten-heart/