Shelley Williams Biography

She stood in the corner
where she tried to hide.
She had been beaten
and she felt dead inside.
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I see a huge climbing tree
with love inscribed on wood,
carved initials in a heart
where true love surely stood.
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The night was one of beauty
and she knew it would be great.
The thoughts of fun and laughter
and most of all her date.
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I glanced in the mirror
and my looks caused a strain.
My image was sloppy
and my appearance was plain.
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The day was coming to a close
for the fearful and the weary,
preparing for a peaceful night
I saw something black and hairy.
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