My name is Alyssa

I am only seven

I am very smart

But I'll never make it to age eleven.

My new friend Asuka

Will be so sad

When I am gone

Thanks to my dad

Mommy hates me

I know Daddy does, too

Or else he wouldn't hurt me

Don't try to tell me it's not true

As I write these words,

I am not afraid to die.

Although I know when dad gets home

Not only will he try,

He will succeed in killing me.

But know my death will not be in vain.

People worldwide will know my story,

They'll know my pain.

I hear a car

My heart is pounding

Dad's back from the bar

And now I must leave

To see the end

Remember my name and in God always believe

My name is Alyssa

I am only seven

Tonight is the night

I join God in heaven.

-Alyssa Reedy

P.S.: Asuka, I'll miss you and will see you in heaven soon!