Some people have more children than they can provide for. Others, pick out one who is the scapegoat for all that 'ails' them ... I was such a child. Though I was fed, dressed, etc., there was a distinct difference to how "I" was treated so avoiding contact was preferable to being mistreated.
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Child ... Invisible
Happily sit playing
with my Invisible Friend.
Mom doesn't know Him
but, He's real. He's NOT pretend!
The T.V. blasts loud
and the radio's blaring.
Outside, on my own,
we two play tea. He's caring
for He loves us all.
I enjoy being
with my Invincible Friend.
The other children
are cruel, tease me to no end.
Can't hear what they say
with rocks pitched but, Jesus shields.
Mom said: "It's your fault!
You don't fight back, give-in, yield!"
They kick ... not the ball!
My Dad and Jesus
lived but died. They're both my Friends.
I'm NOT retarded
(just deaf) like Mom says, pretends.
Too many babies--
there are six kids and Mommy--
we have a secret.
Mom says, "You're bad!" I'm beaten.
My blood's on the walls.
Daddy and Jesus
help me to be strong--they're my Friends--
until THIS life ends.
YOu draw beautifully and write in an excellent way!
A secret friend, can be sock to many lonely children!
This is a gem I will treasure and savor!
Thank you for sharing with your amazing descriptions Sandy!
Warmest Blessings, LIGHT and LOVE (What you SEE, KNOW and can FEEL, you will have in his time)
STay Positive!
And Yes, some should never have children, sad role-models!
It is hard for me to read this without a feeling of revolt within me... It is truly beautiful as a poem and hope and faith remain intact despite the suffering you expressed.
Although it is painful, you have given a wonderfully effective picture of an unbearable situation in few words:
"we have a secret.
Mom says, "You're bad!" I'm beaten.
My blood's on the walls"
Great writing that is very thought provoking. Keep sharing!
Heartbreaking write; how parents can treat their very own children like dirt is something I can't EVEN begin to understand! It wasn't your fault you were born deaf!! No wonder you had a low self esteem, still have issues with self all these years later! I was treated badly too: was told I'd never amount to anything, was stupid, etc. It didn't help when the parents (mother more than dad) played favorites (Second oldest sister could do no wrong). Very powerful write, well penned!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <
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A secret friend, can be sock to many lonely children!
This is a gem I will treasure and savor!
Thank you for sharing with your amazing descriptions Sandy!
Warmest Blessings, LIGHT and LOVE (What you SEE, KNOW and can FEEL, you will have in his time)
STay Positive!
And Yes, some should never have children, sad role-models!
Many people shouldn't have children period.
Stay safe Sandra..
Really neat art
Ron
Although it is painful, you have given a wonderfully effective picture of an unbearable situation in few words:
"we have a secret.
Mom says, "You're bad!" I'm beaten.
My blood's on the walls"
Great writing that is very thought provoking. Keep sharing!
Axilea
Regis
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <
Beautiful illustration!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.