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Battle Scars
by Linda M Hill → (All Poetry by Linda M Hill)
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I walk the streets
My head held high
No tears today
I'm not going to cry
I'm starting over
A brand new life
I'll never again be
A battered wife

I know I can do it
I must be strong
Any way you look at it
Abuse is wrong
I will have battle scars
The rest of my life
But I'll never again be
A battered wife

Out of the darkness
Into the light
I know what I'm doing
Has to be right
No more hiding
Or living in strife
I'll never again be
A battered wife

My face bruised
My body sore
I stand up and shout
NO MORE
I refuse to live
Under the knife
I'll never again be
A battered wife

Where there's a will
There's a way
I know I can find it
I just have to pray
I won't allow anyone
To control my life
I'll never again be
A battered wife

You've always had
Power over me
The battle scars
Won't set me free
But I can move on
Build a new life
I'll never again be
A battered wife

My face bruised
My body sore
I stand up and shout
NO MORE

Linda Hill 2004




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 Reviews of "Battle Scars"
Reviewed by Cyrus Webb
Reviewed on May 30, 2004
Linda,
Absolutely love this one. Having been in a emotionally abusive relationship for four years, I can definitely identify with your words. Keep up the great work.

Reviewed by ShyPoet 1
Reviewed on April 26, 2004
I agree - dopn't give even ONE inch.
And pray ...

Much love to you ...
ShyPoet1

Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya
Reviewed on April 21, 2004
Great poem on abuse...you never cease to amaze me with your humanity...love n luck....BHUWAN

Reviewed on April 21, 2004
hello linda, very good poem on abuse. tina turner finally fought her abuse. it's the best move, l&p G

Reviewed on April 20, 2004
AMEN! This poem is full of promise and HOPE, and should be shared with other victims. Fantastic, Linda!

Julie

Reviewed by James Justice (Reader)
Reviewed on April 20, 2004
this is excellent

Reviewed on April 20, 2004
Powerfully penned - compassionately composed...thanks for the write!

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)
Reviewed on April 20, 2004
Strong and powerful write! Thank you for the sharing.

Reviewed by Tami Ryan
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
A strong, powerful write, Linda. The repetition is so perfect. Thank you. Hugs!

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Hi Linda
I love your that you care so much
Thanks for you dear........

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Excellent_ Your Compassion Brings Tear's !

TRASK

Reviewed by J. Allen Wilson
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Amen Linda, what a super write...I am in whole agreement.
Allen

Reviewed on April 19, 2004
(((linda)))

NO MORE! empowering, needed write--continue to hold your head up high and continue to write

(((HUGS))) and love, karla. *BRAVA!*

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
So powerful and affirmative.

Reviewed by Rene' Bennett (Reader)
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Linda,
I am so sorry. And so proud of you for being so strong. Now, the write is totally awesome

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Powerful message Linda!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Sad and powerful write that leaves the heart in tears

Reviewed on April 19, 2004
So sad! POWERFUL, heartshattering write!

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

Reviewed by Lady Peg (Reader)
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Linda this one hits home with me way to much.,
I still cry with anger when I see abuse and a woman.
I know it is easy now for I learned to say no more.
But my heart is still there where they have not learned
yet to say no.

Excellent write I know will help someone...

Reviewed by William Bonilla
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Linda
This is an awesome powerful piece

William

Reviewed by Lisa Hilbers
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
There does come a time when we have to learn to depend on ourselves. There's no better time than now. Great message of strength and will. Lisa

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on April 19, 2004
Linda, this should be the battle hymn for battered wives everywhere. I hope many heed its powerful message.


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