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One Incident of Abuse
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One Incident of Abuse |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC 
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One Incident of Abuse By: Amy M. Kennedy Drunk, you came home once more My heart and soul you have tore Your hateful words broke down my self esteem The look in your eye, that sickening gleam I watched you that day, you thought I wasn't there You were too wasted and stoned to even care You hit her, my Mom, told her scream and you die All I could do is just watch and cry Then you noticed I was there, and turned your rage on me What could I do, I was only three I screamed for you to leave her alone You laughed at me, your face cold as stone With one swift blow, you took all my hope away My love for you went out like a candle, that cold winter day She tried to help me, but you broke a bone or two I got off the floor and screamed "I hate you" You called me all kinds of names, things I can't repeat Amazing how low one person can truly sink But this adds up nothing to the other abuse I endured I now know you must have been truly sick, irrational, and disturbed Now I am all grown up and live a different life No longer living with the pain that cut like a knife I am now persuing a career that goes against people like you To be a social worker, that's what I want to do! < !signature--> ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~ [This message has been edited by Aimster (edited 04-20-2000).] |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
This really touched me, and to use a bad situation for good is a miracle!!! God Bless You! |
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netswan Senior Member
since 2000-03-28
Posts 1369Washington |
Oh, Amy, my heart does cry - this past two days has been a tissue day on my desk top for these messages. My stepfather was holding up bathroom up and my little sister of three, had to pee. She knocked and knocked on the bathroom door - he was in there doing God knows what. And, she just couldn't hold it anymore. He came out in a rage, threw her against the wall and at the tender age of six I dived into him with all my tiny fists and gnashing teeth, and I was too little to do any damage and off I was cast against the other wall, but my 11 year old sister broke his front tooth, and my eight year old sister found his weak spot with her foot - and we watched him writhe in pain as the ambulance took my little sister to the hospital. Thanks so much for sharing, netswan |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Amy~ Heartfelt and sad, I loved the strength of character at the end. Hope your dream comes true, I'm sure you will be great at whatever you decide to do in life.  Tracie~ Keep all the windows of your mind open Anne Rooks |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Now I am all grown up and live a different life No longer living with the pain that cut like a knife I am now persuing a career that goes against people like you To be a social worker, that's what I want to do! ---------------------- I knew this topic would be hard for you ... I also knew you would rise to the challenge with your usual grace and class... you did not disapoint me...you never do*S* what dont kill us makes us stronger? maybe... but it does define who we are, and the choices we make later...all i know is you doing it right...and making all who love you proud...me included. perfect poem amy-girl... love ya,jm Well the sun sets gently on your shoulders And it makes me want to touch you there. And the light in your eyes makes me feel Like there's something much better out there Something kind... And I know someday I might be looking around Trying to find some purpose Well purpose it can't be that hard to find As long as I've got the wind... The wind and your love to carry me. vertical horizon |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
I thank God for the people who step up to battle abuse. Indeed, what rewards they are due. Most of them had to go through hell to get to that point... Kinda goes back to that "everything happens for a reason" clause. Good poem, Amy. Michael |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
Thanks everyone for your wonderful comments. It means a lot to me. This like Jan said is a very hard topic for me to discuss. However, I wouldn't have felt right not replying to this post/challenge. God bless you all and take care! AMY ~Live today as though it were your last but prepare for tomorrow as though it were here~ |
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Marina Member Elite
since 2000-02-10
Posts 2245Pickering, Ontario |
Amy a very sad picture you have painted here. You wrote is perfectly with emotion and spirit. It is unfortunite that it does only take one time, sad but true. Thank you for going into your heart and posting this. Marina |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
My heart goes out to you and I hope love and happiness comes into your life. James |
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