Daddy's Little Girl

Tears drench my cheeks
as I rush through the dark
hiding under my covers
clenched into a ball
I cry myself to sleep
...
I know you're not perfect
I know work can be hard
I know I can be a trial
but all I'm asking for
is a little understanding
...
Home from school
wanting to share my day with you
but you're too busy
a frown plays around my lips
as I drag my homework to my room
...
I know you're not perfect
I know work can be hard
I know I can be a trial
but all I'm asking for
is a little recognition
...
Hidden under my covers
memories from the past haunt me
pictures of you laughing
pushing me on the swings
capturing me in a great, big bear hug
...
I know you're not perfect
I know work can be hard
I know I can be a trial
but all I'm asking for
is to be your little girl
...
I know I've changed
I know things aren't the same
but still I wish
I could go back in time
and be your little girl once more