Joan is my mum's name, she's a drunk and don't work.
Only one hour after I got back from hospital she pawned my leg brace
Honestly I'm embarrassed and ashamed. She's still out begging
Now I can't wait for my leg to heal so I can get out of here.
So now I've got a job sweeping and I want to buy new boots
Might as well give it up. She'll take the money for drink. Not us!
I can't see a way out, might as well give it up.
There's no way to keep the money if I don't give it up she'll beat me.
Hope - there is no hope for me. It's all been taken.
Still can't see a reason.
Suddenly a woman comes to the rescue
After all this time and pain. The lady takes me away
From all the fear and worry
Everything is looking brighter, people care about me
Thankfully I got away from my nightmare
Years later I know I'll have a better life. The past will be behind me.
by a pupil at The Charter School
