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~Innocence Interrupted~ Repost for Marina's Child Abuse Challenge
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~Innocence Interrupted~ Repost for Marina's Child Abuse Challenge |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
~Innocence Interrupted~ Innocence interrupted, childhood stolen away. Rituals of Immorality... Even an angels wings fray. Dreams fade into shadows, Promises lost to living a lie. For the Sins of the Fathers... Silent tears wont testify. Trust no longer knows definition, Boundaries are crossed then broken. Who cries for the children... When the unspeakable ... is left unspoken. Secrets concealed in shame, Unravel the ties that bind. What becomes of a Mothers Love... Once denial makes her blind. Innocence Interrupted- A life's future to reclaim. No longer keeping silent... Survivor is my name. Janet Marie **this poem is inspired by and dedicated to a very special friend, who lived this pain...but found the strength to "rise above it" and reach out to others who are "voiceless victims." It is dedicated to anyone who lives with abuse, of any kind. We must not close our eyes to what is too painful to look at...as our "blindness" allows it to go on. Stay strong, Take care, with respect... Janet Marie ************ Some things cannot be explained by verses that rhyme, They are not measured by the commitment of time. Some emotions run too deep to be described by words, Forgiveness and understanding- remain the most beautiful words ever heard. Janet Marie |
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netswan Senior Member
since 2000-03-28
Posts 1369Washington |
JM - this is a beautifully written piece and again, I am stabbed in the heart. Thank you. netswan |
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Jeffrey Carter
since 2000-04-08
Posts 2367State of constant confusion! |
Janet, You are so right. Abuse is not a victimless crime. We must all reach out to help those who cannot or who are afraid to help themselves. Thanks for reposting this piece. Jeffrey |
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Compgirl Member
since 2000-02-19
Posts 85USA |
You have a good heart..wonderfull poem.. |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
Jm, In general I am not an emotional person. This poem touched my very deeply, particilary your third verse. It is amazing how people do turn a blind eye because they choose not to believe. Therefore they do nothing and a child suffers needlessly. Thank you very, very much for posting this. An exceptional piece for our cause. Marina |
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Tess Member
since 2000-03-22
Posts 288Australia |
Beautiful words JM for such an ugly subject. But as you say, that is why people choose to ignore, or pretend not to see, the signs of what is happening. hopefully, through writings like yours those who ignore may see they hold as much responsibilty for what happens as the people who commit these crimes. "Love is the only drug you can take that will convince you each time that you've never had it before." ~author unknown~ |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Thank you for posting this well done verse on such sadness--and you are right, forgiveness and understanding remain the most beautiful words!! |
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mariee66 Senior Member
since 2000-01-30
Posts 596Recess, OfYourMind |
This is great work, Janet Marie~ I couldn't have done it better~ Marie~ |
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poetFemmeFatale Member Elite
since 1999-07-25
Posts 2646Arkansas |
Oh my Janet...you did well with this. It touches me deeply, and here I cry. This piece was flawless... |
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Corazon Senior Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 1209 |
I agree with fem...wow...touches deeply...sigh....this subject is so easy to not think of because it hurts to much to think of....but this is a need that needs our help.... hugs |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear Janet Marie; Oh, I can't begin to tell you how much your incredible poem has touched my heart. My father emotionally abused me, terribly. Years of therapy and the Healing Love of God, have lifted me above and beyond the pain and scars. Thank you for this. Hopefully, this will touch a heart and save a child. I pray. Love, Ellie 02 |
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Tara Simms Senior Member
since 1999-08-12
Posts 1244Honea Path, SC USA |
Powerful phrases! "Who cries for the children...When the unspeakable ... is left unspoken." "No longer keeping silent... Survivor is my name." I think that's a very important part of the healing. When you stop being a victim and become a survivor. You're amazing! |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
.gif) J.M. This is a very heart felt piece and with a heart like yours....it's amazing. Yes it would be easy to close our eyes and pretend it all goes away but in truth...it just gets closer and then sneaks up on you in your own neighborhood or worse your own home, Child abuse needs to be dealt with head on and children need to be taught that it's OK to tell and it's OK to say NO. My biggest fear is that one day my daughter would grow up like I have....I would rather die. And you are so right the best words are the words of the heart...you capture them well my SS. **Angel Wing Hugs** Hold me for yesterday Kiss me for tomorrow But love me for today. |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
jan the tears streamed down my face as i read this. made it hard to breathe...but i finished reading it all. to say this touched me would be an understatment. your way w/ words and depth of emotion continues to amaze me. love and respect ya, amy  ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~ |
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WhiteNite Member
since 2000-04-09
Posts 241Montgomery, AL |
Jan... Lovely.. Poetic perfection my friend. "Don't let your character get camoflaged with your environment. Find who you are and let it stay in its true colors." --Rachel Joy Scott |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
my prayers are with your friend!great poem! |
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Jeffrey Carter
since 2000-04-08
Posts 2367State of constant confusion! |
BTT |
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