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Sara Lynn
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How many little lives can be saved if we didn't turn away...but got involved. Abused children are AFRAID to speak up...we must be their voice!

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I'd walk by the children
As they worked on their test
Slowing down a little
As I neared Sara Lynn's desk
She'd hide her little face
And pull at her sweater
Trying to cover the bruises
Just a little bit better
I touched her tiny shoulder
Not knowing what to say
As I simply smiled at Sara Lynn
And slowly turned away

She never played at recess
She always sit alone
Watching the other children
In a world all her own
Even in the heat of day
Her sweater was her best friend
Hiding the bruises on her arm
Masking the terror within
I'd see the pain on her face
As she watched the others play
As I simply smiled at Sara Lynn
And slowly turned away

One day her desk was empty
Sara Lynn wasn't there
The morning paper had the new's
She had no one to care
Her daddy beat her that night
Little Sara Lynn was gone
Crying and bleeding on her bed
She died there all alone
I stared at her empty desk
With tearfilled eyes that day
Could I have saved her little life
If I hadn't turned away

(c) Linda Hill 2004
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 Reviews of "Sara Lynn"
Reviewed by Richard Orey
Reviewed on February 20, 2007
You've delivered a powerful, heartfelt message, Linda.

And it's because of this and because of seductive and violent sexual
predators stalking our loved ones that I wrote my novel The Paradise of Revenge. I wish you all could read my bold storytelling. But let me share with you that, of course, there is no paradise in revenge. In the end, my dear sweet Josefina learns that we are never alone, that God is everywhere, and that Love is the ultimate revenge.

Bless you for reposting your words, dear Linda. It would have been easy to have just "turned away" and left them unsaid.
Love to you,
Richard

Reviewed by Richard Christopher Suarez (Reader)
Reviewed on February 15, 2007
I work with this and the other day i went to legislative lucheon for
Families Together',...and I was to celebrate Timothy's law and I have a lot of concern and knowledge in this area and you have written this sad truth we are fighting like armed warriors to stop as Forensic Counselors!
You have created a masterpiece about a SAD , but very real truth !
AWESOME;
we cannot afford to be innocent !
God bless you with healthy life and real joy filled inspiration!
You are an awesome author!
peace',
Rich Criso

Reviewed by Joyce Bowling
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
Such a sad and tragic write my friend!
Blessings,
Joyce Bowling

Reviewed on February 13, 2007
Tragic!!!!! You always wonder if there was something you could have done afterwards. In many instances we blamed ourselves for not interfering, but sometimes even if we do, no one really cares.

God has called a little angel home. She'll be better there with God!

Sandie May Angel :o(

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
Yet Epitome Of Humanity Is Turn Look Other Way...If Only They Knew It Would Help Save There Own Souls'...

There is No Greater CRIME In Eye's Of (God) Than To Molest,Rape,Maim,Kill- Destroy Little Children -Humanity Has Price To Will Pay In Millionfold...

Linda Truly You Are Blessed...

Your True FRiend,TRASK

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
Sadly in most cases the laws still favor the parents in a lot of cases, if you accuse and are wrong the consequences are frightening as well, I think they should increase the penalty in these types of crimes to reflect the pain and life long suffering they cause. Any crime of sexual or physical abuse towards children should be an automatic jail term of no less then 10 years.

Fee

Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
So sad I agree; that's why we must be their voice! Love Holly

Reviewed on February 13, 2007
So sad, Linda; very well done!

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

Reviewed on February 13, 2007
This one punches the heart, Linda, powerfully and effectively. You may have saved lives today: on behalf of the children, keep being their voice. We are listening and acting.

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

Reviewed by Michelle Mills
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
Unfortunately I know from my father's family history that violence isn't just our generation's curse. A very sad write. It's so hard to know the right way to proceed sometimes, and children often don't want to tell. Blessings, Michelle

Reviewed by Victor Buhagiar (Reader)
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
I agree with Mr. Ed. Surely at every school there should be a social worker who can work discreetly to evade such a murder. Victor

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
Abused children are AFRAID to speak up...we must be their voice!

Your voice speaks loud and clear for them, Linda. God Bless!

Reviewed by Michael Mathieu (Reader)
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
Such a beautiful write but so so sad,Thanks for sharing
Michael

Reviewed on February 13, 2007
"TOLERATE NOT..."

Thirty-six lines telling us not to be indifferent. Three warning wise strophes in an accomplished poetic task.

In admiration,


Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed by LadyJtalks LadyJzTalkZone (Reader)
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
So true it is. You didn't really turn away, it's hard to know what to do in these situations I know. Be gentle on yourself anyone who finds themself in that teachers place. A heart felt write. Lady J

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper
Reviewed on February 13, 2007
How beautifully written is this horrible story about an innocent child. I, too,was privy to similar problems when I taught school. Is it any wonder that we now live in such a violent world. Life begins at home---happiness or hell!


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