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Beth Member
since 2000-07-06
Posts 468WA, Australia 
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I look at your daughter every day, And although she cant talk yet, When she does, What do I say?. Do I tell her that you use to beat me to the ground, And in that time I couldnt make a sound. That if I did you'd beat me more, Kick harder, Cause more pain than before. That I couldnt go out with my friends because of black eyes, I'd have to wear alot of make up, Try and make a disguise. That you hit me in my belly with her in there, Without even a flinch, Without even a care. That you pulled me by my hair, And made me crawl, Which wasnt decent, Which wasnt fair. That you made my face bleed and sting, That you drilled into me I couldnt call for help, I had no-one to ring. Teasing and taunting And locking me in a room, Sometimes coming in And beating me with a batton or broom. Holding a knife to my throat, And screaming in my face, Making me hollow, Feel like a discrace. But no, Im not telling her any of this, You see, I brought her into the world to feel happy and bliss. But, not to her, will you raise a hand, Thats when I front up Ans take my stand. I put up with it long enough, You of all people Should know it made me tough. I want you to stay away for good, You should have treated us with respect, Like a real man would. ~I havent yet been able to come up with a title but I am open to suggestions~ [This message has been edited by Beth (edited 07-21-2000).] |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia |
Awww that was sad...must be a hard situation. But, in the end, you got the greatest gift, your baby...very well written. Sauni Sauni :) |
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poutprincess Senior Member
since 2000-07-06
Posts 735Perth, Western Australia, Australia |
 I know how much you hurt...but you are a brave and strong woman, and when the time comes for courtney to ask those "daddy" questions...im sure that you will be able to answer them with eloquence,understanding,and honesty.Youre my best bud Ree, and i love ya!  [This message has been edited by poutprincess (edited 07-21-2000).] |
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Jaysun C Member
since 2000-07-20
Posts 56 |
this poem is so so so so sad i had no idea what i was in for some of the most powerfull words i have ever heard it feels wierd to say i like something something that makes me so mad but then i realize that it's what lays behind the words (black eyes) where the beauty of the writing is to be had |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Hold on to that precious child and she will help you stay strong. As for the poem it was well written and your seriousness came through loud and clear. Great write about what I know must be a struggle with you every day.  a hug to mom and child |
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Beth Member
since 2000-07-06
Posts 468WA, Australia |
~Sauni, you are so very true. I was blessed with a healthy daughter. So, even after all he had done to me she still came into the world. Just goes to show ya what karma does..Thankyou kindly~ ~Pout...Oh I am more than ready to answer those 'daddy' questions. Too bad she also calls you daddy cos thats gonna be hard to exlain (LOL)..Thanks~ ~Jaysun...Thankyou deeply for your reply. Anger can be hard for someone living with it. Even thinking now, I cant beleive I let him get away with doing those things to me. Thank you again~ |
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Lady Lost Member
since 2000-07-13
Posts 470 |
I am so sorry you had to go through that. I pray that things will get better. stay strong. You can never have too much fiction; reality can be such a bore |
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ma miller Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 806 |
Beth ... must have taken an enornous amount of inner strength to write this piece ... i admire your ability to focus what could be absolute negative energy and turn it to love and happiness for your child ... title suggestions ... "A Real Man Would" "Tough" "Take My Stand" "For Just Respect" thanks for sharing .. |
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MMoonchild Senior Member
since 2000-07-13
Posts 1715PA |
I agree with MA, Beth ..was thinking about Taking A Stand... your words were very piercing...and I hope that everything is better for you and your child now ~~softly Maureen |
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JulieAnn Senior Member
since 2000-06-12
Posts 754Earth 3rd Rock from the sun!! |
Sorry i haven't been around to reply much lately.....This poem was very sad...no one deserves to be treated that way....he is not a man......he is a coward!!! You keep your chin up and take care of your daughter.....together the two of you can rise up and be strong.....excellent poem....brought tears to my eyes...... Julie :) |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Beth, Whew, I certainly have some different emotions after reading this poem you have written. This is so powerful and I could feel your sorrow. Chin up Beth, the hurt does go away in time. Perhaps a name for your poem: "Never Again" |
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Beth Member
since 2000-07-06
Posts 468WA, Australia |
~Mark, The struggle ended when I kicked him out the door...Thankyou dearly.~ ~Lady Lost, I have a gained alot of strength from my past and also wisdom.It makes me a better person. Thankyou deeply~ ~MA Miller, I didnt bring my daughter into the world to show her anything but love and happiness. Thankyou~ ~Maureen, Things couldnt be better for us now. Thankyou very much~ ~JulieAnn, You presence has been missed. Karma has come back on him for what he did to me and my daughter. He is now suffering the way he made us suffer. Thankyou so much~ ~Bill, Im glad this poem brought you so many emotions. Its all a good thing to know ypur poetry hits the spot. Thankyou so much for your sweet reply~ Again thankyou to everyone for your kind replies...They are greatly appreciated |
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