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Molly Says ... Daddy's Don't
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Molly Says ... Daddy's Don't |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores 
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Molly Says ... Daddy's Don't ~*Marge Tindal*~ I got a secret I got a secret ... 'member when you said a secret is something special you share with a friend ? Well, Molly says, daddy's don't 'sposed to touch, like you do me Molly says it's not nice It's not the way it should be Molly says I should tell big people - but I won't Don't worry daddy it's still our little secret ... 'cept for Molly she's my special friend See, Daddy, I'm not the only one who thinks that you shouldn't keep touching me like you do Molly won't tell she's my special friend Don't cry, daddy Don't do it no more okay, daddy ? I still love you, my daddy I'm still your special girl Don't do it no more okay, daddy ? 'Cause Molly says daddy's don't I got a secret I got a secret *Her name is Amber. She's six years old. She doesn't have to keep the secret anymore cause Molly's daddy said 'A secret is something you share ... with people you love.' Molly told 'big people' ... Amber is now in a safe place and Molly is still her best friend. |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
WOW... how well written! Marge, this is so you... such a powerful statement ... in such simple words ... this is GREAT Writing Only you could write on such an issue putting it so well... regards, sudhir [This message has been edited by Sudhir Iyer (edited 08-08-2000).] |
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poutprincess Senior Member
since 2000-07-06
Posts 735Perth, Western Australia, Australia |
this issue is always a difficult one to confront...but youve done this with such grace and tenderness...your heart is shining bright today! ~Dawn whatcha doing in this darkness baby when you know love will set you free? will you stay in the sea forever Drowning there for all eternity? ~Live |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Marge* At the moment I can't reply the way I want to due to emotion and tears...but you are an angel and this touched my heart~ |
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Sunnyone Member Ascendant
since 2000-07-06
Posts 5334Staffordshire, England |
Marge.... This poem should be published and used for the different societies that work to protect children..I am serious! You took a subject that is so very hard to talk about, and brought it into the light in a way that everyone can understand, without backing away from it. I applaud you, and cannot say other words except, Thank you! I have but one goal in life......... To make you smile! ~~ Sunny ~~ |
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Eloise Senior Member
since 1999-11-27
Posts 1096Wyoming |
A sensitive subject, with a powerful message. Thanks Marge. |
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kitkat Senior Member
since 2000-01-11
Posts 878Nova Scotia |
Marge- Thank-you for taking this sensitive subject and bringing it forward. I agree with Sunny1 it should be used for helping kids understand that they can tell someone. I wish this was around for one of my relatives who was abused. It may have helped her speak out sooner. Bless you Marge. |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
This is so wonderfully written and on such a very sensitive subject.....I think it should be posted around all your local schools and I am sure that the school would be willing to consider this. You amaze me every day. |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Marge, this is so sensitively written. Thank you for writing it, posting it and allowing it to be read. Be well Kethry. "It is the image in the mind that links us to lost treasures; but it is the loss that shapes the image, gathers the flowers weaves the garland."- Cole |
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BSC
Moderator
Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
Oh Marge, How wonderfully you have written on such a sad subject. I have to agree with the others and say that this should be where kids can read it. What a terrific job you have done with this. Bonnie |
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angelsamongus Member
since 2000-05-27
Posts 70New York |
Marge, I agree with all the posts above! You amaze me with your love and compassion.. I have wanted to write a poem about child abuse but it hasn't gone well (actually nothing is going well as far as being able to write) but I wanted to use "Little Boy Blue" as the title... maybe someday it will come to me.. ~Lori |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
*Those of you who know me - are aware of how strongly I advocate listening to the children. This is a true story from a group that I mentor. I thank the good Lord that Molly's dad 'listens' ... she told him the secret and after authorities intervened ... Amber now lives with her maternal grandmother and the father is serving a probationary period and is not permitted visitation with his daughter. Sudhir, PoutPrincess, ButterfliesDC, Eloise, KitKat, MarkB, Kethry, Bonnie and Lori ... please know that I appreciate your thoughts from the bottom of my heart. Sadly the story is repeated all over this land every hour of everyday. That isn't a pretty thought ... but through awareness perhaps we can all make a difference. Print it and share it if you like. Awareness only helps ... if we all help. Thank you all. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
Marge you know my thoughts on this and I have to tell you how deeply this touches me...a child is a gift...not a possesion never say never |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Marge--The voice of a child can have such power when used the way you have in this tender poem...thank you for posting this poem and for being the wonderful person that you are. I'm proud of you!! |
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Tennessee Angel Senior Member
since 2000-06-03
Posts 661Tennessee |
Oh Marge, this was so painful! I would like to say that I've never encountered this, but working in the criminal justice system as well as being a preschool director, I've seen this all too often. And you are so right when you say that we must listen to children. Contrary to what people want to believe, children do not often lie about things like this so we need to pay attention to what they are saying. Thank you for writing this piece!! --You can either take me as I am...or you can watch me as I go.-- |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Paula~ Yes, I do know and I thank you for your thoughts. Martie~ It's one of those things we wish we didn't have to write about ... but someone must ... know what I mean ? TennesseeAngel~ Oh, you are so right. Thanks, my friend. Love to all~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Majestic Member
since 2000-01-11
Posts 264houston, tx. |
this is such a powerful poem about such a terrible subject...you've created something very beautiful out of one of the ugliest things in this world...Surely God smiles when he thinks of you.... "To live is to love; To truly LOVE is to live!" ~kg~ |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Majestic~ Thank you for the kind words. I pray that the children's voices are heard. Through more conscientious awareness programs, they can be reached. God gives us the wings of 'earth angels' ... to touch the children of this world with caring hearts. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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SpitFire Member Elite
since 2000-04-19
Posts 2396 |
~Marge,...I've told you this time and time again,...and I'll tell ya again. You have a huge heart. It sends out these rays of love and care and comfort all over. Ooh how I admire that. This is powerful writing on a very sore subject. *sigh*,...I wish you could see my face right now. Take care. *Peace. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
SpitFire~ Thank you for the sweet thoughts. I only wish my heart could reach and hold all the little Amber's in this world. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Jenn E Senior Member
since 2000-08-02
Posts 589Kelowna, BC, Canada |
This is very heart breaking......you have a beautiful heart. I am so glad she is safe. This was very hard for me to read as I have a very special friend who's loved one was also invaded and it is very hard on all. We must teach our children to tell.........try our hardest to protect them. Very nice read. Jenn E |
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Artistic Member
since 2000-08-09
Posts 107Colorado/Rochester, NY |
Marge- You wrote about such a sensitive subject so beautifully and delicately. Well done. I have to agree with everyone else and let it be used for adovocation of such a delicate matter. ~Lizzie~ |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
JennE~ I agree with you. We need to let children know at the earliest age that 'secrets' are for SHARING with other people. It's difficult to get them to understand, when someone else is telling them to 'keep' the secret. Thank you for your thoughts. Artistic/Lizzie~ Thank you for your comments. I shared this with two groups yesterday - they are all behind getting it distributed to other mentoring groups. *My spirit is warmed by the comments from each of you. If it touches even one child - or survivor of such abuse ... it's done it's job. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Oh Marge, you've phrased this in a sensitive and caring way. Words of wisdom raised through poetic form ... such a tragedy when issues like this come to light. Nicely worded. Best wishes, /Kit |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
I received an E-mail this morn asking me to read this poem, Im sorry I missed it before. all my puter probs has me behind .... this poem touches me deeply for many reasons. I have written and posted on this subject before as is a personal cause of mine.. I am always fearful of bringing up old pain for someone when they read my words... but in the same thought I know we MUST talk about this and educate or it will never end. There was so much pain vented and released in this room when the child abuse challenge was posted back in April... it was a painful reminder how many of us here carry this with us each day. Sorry to go on so...as i said this subject effects me deeply. thank you for helping to not let it be a--- "dirty little secret"... no child should carry this shame very touching work Margie... your halo shines extra bright today  love ya jm There are places inside our souls - that have never been touched. There are places inside our hearts - that need to be loved this much. ~jm~ |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Marge, This is one of your best. You did a wonderful job writing about a subject that most will only discuss in hushed whispers. I applaud you for posting this. It's a great poem. Michael |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Kit~ I appreciate your reply and your thoughts. JanetMarie~ Thank you for such insight into this subject. We all have to do our part to help. Working for and with children who have had to keep the 'secret' for too long. Auguste~ Thank you for sharing those kind words. I feel an obligation to reach out and help tell the stories of the children. ~*Marge*~ < !signature--> ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] [This message has been edited by Marge Tindal (edited 08-10-2000).] |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Marge~ This piece is so sad but you have written it with your usual style and grace and heart so tender. Love to ya Tracie Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Tracie~ I appreciate your kind words. We just have to share these stories so that children can be set free to tell their secrets. Thanks for being there. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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