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Child Abuse
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Child Abuse © By Kathy Armijo Their eyes twinkle Their smile brightens a dark room Who are these children Whose life is now filled with doom and gloom They are wards of the court, victims of child abuse One of many of the system’s unknowns Their deepest scars cannot be seen Even after the healing of the broken bones Loving homes for these children Are in short supply Still, God bless those people Who hear and comfort the children when they cry These temporary parents help these children face unbelievable turmoil Giving them a sense of love and security Instilling hope and worth As they strive to overcome this horrific journey Child abuse It is our responsibility to eradicate and report it These children deserve a good life They don’t need to live with ‘parents’ who are unfit

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Reviewed by John Domino

Reviewed on December 30, 2008

Well done!
Yes, I was abused as a child as were many of my friends. By today's standards the jails would be filled with parents. Now charges of parential abuseare probably too extreme, because the kids can sue the parents at the drop of a hat. Perhaps it's better this way.

JMD

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on September 27, 2008

always in life when someone gets hurt -- it is those incapable of defending for themselve -- little children are more often victims than anyone else -- what does that say for the adults that are supposed to be their protectors? -- JMW

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

This is a sad realization that in this modern culture of electronic advancement, we are still writing and speaking of an abuse that has been around since the beginning of mankind. It still amazes me that we have not stopped such abuse in this world. Why do people have babies if they cannot cope, it is such a misfortune. We must stop the cycle of abuse.
I myself was verbally abused and watched my father beat my mother on a regular basis. He didn't hit us kids, but we lived our lives in fear. that is a form of child abuse for sure.
We must raise awareness and you have done a wonderful job with writing this poem, thank you my dear friend.
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"

Reviewed by Alice Donatelli

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

wow beautiful words from the heart. so true. i was an abused child. i went through terrible torture. please write more on this subject. everyone needs to know the signs of child abuse. i know them very well. very very nice writing. love Alice

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

So very true, the punishments for any crimes involving children in my opinion should be doubled and in some cases trippled for we can not do enough to protect our children in today's society.
Fee

Reviewed by Linda Hill

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

Kathy,
Thank you for calling attention to this worldwide problem. I also write on child and domestic abuse. No child should have to go through this, some children are 'afraid' to tell, afraid of more abuse so they live day by day, hour by hour in turmoil. God bless the children and God bless the foster parents who take them in and give them the love and attention they need.

Many blessings,
~Linda

Reviewed by larry linville

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

Thanks, Kathy. I've been blessed to have foster parents in churches I have served. I've watched as they extended their arms and I was happy to be able to give special acceptance to these children as well.

Larry

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

Amen Kathy as you speak out loud, every child that is born into this world deserves someone to love and comfort them as they continue to protect from all harm. Children should smile not cry. Thank you Kathy.

Newfie Hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Louisa Dobbins

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

"ditto"

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

AMEN!! Give those children to parents who know how to care for them or LOVE them!! Sad so many children are livin' under the shadows, and sad to see them livin' like this! As the ad says, "It shouldn't hurt to be a child"..and it SHOULDN'T!! Childhood should be full of joy and laughter, not bruises, yelling, or tears!!

God bless our little ones, especially those who are being abused!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Reviewed on September 23, 2008

Many of them grew up with unfit people to be their parents.
Thanks for the words, they will be appreciate by a few in AD.

Georg

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

You are so right Kathy! The problem is thiose who can make a difference, don't know how to change the system. We need more people to talk about it as your poem does,and give transparency to the problem...Thanks for sharing...

luv,
et

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

Amen to that! This is a message all should hear. I cannot imagine being able to hurt a child or animal, and it sickens me the things that go on against both. Thanks for drawing attention to child abuse.

Reviewed by Bonnie May

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

So sad is the heartfelt write. The topic is unbearable to think about. I pray for these children all the time, the missing ones, the abused ones and the ones we don't hear about. thankyou for writing this Kathy, God Bless, Love, Bonnie

Reviewed by Abdi-Noor Mohamed (Eagle Of Hope)

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

Well stated expressions of pain

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

I hope someone will reach out and adopt one of those unfortunate children and thanks for this inspiring poem and the hell these little ones were put through by unfit parents.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

Concur with Jerry: a policeman told me I was too cruel. Would stop it, though. :) Excellent, yet heartbreaking write, Kathy. The cycle of abuse must end NOW.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

I hope each of them will find good homes and good parents. Adopted children are angels, they bring joy to the families; and most of all, they live to please!!!

Sandie Angel :o)

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on September 22, 2008

My remedy for child abusers is swift and deadly . . . Good poem . . .

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