Fighting for something you love
by Mercedes Chase
Standing Rock Reservation, SD

I see my dad’s love
As he fights for my brother
My dad shoved his girlfriend
Protecting my baby brother
He belongs with us

I see my dad fighting for me
Working hard at Cenex to get me the things I need,
He gets me food, so I can eat
He asks me if I need anything
I say “No I don’t need anything”.
Poem by: Mercedes Chase