Asphyxiated with my words. 

I try to speak. 

But end up speechless.

I wish I could hug you

And tell you “Baby, I love you” 

But I’m holding back.  

I can’t breathe

I feel like tiny earthquakes 

Are taking hold of me  

I’m watching you break me 

Attack me and berate me

And all I wish I could do

Is hug you 

And tell you “Baby, I love you”