From the child so "unwanted" you have become a priceless treasure loved by all, dear Chanti. Love.

Regis

There are some that just use others

This is literally drenched with a secret
"inner message."
A most profound piece of writing, Chanti.
I perceive (more and more) that you are a
very deep individual, and a many-faceted talent.

This is painful and profound.
That last line sticks with me.

Chanti,the development of this piece is intriguing, the subject sad and haunting, I look foreword to the next installment of this chapter in your life.
Allen

Chanti, this is heartbreaking. I worry about the next chapter, but I know that despite the pain you will express, its release from your mind will give you relief. ~ Sara

Powerful heartwrenching write and very emotive!!!… Chanti, I am always deeply saddened whenever I see children who were abused early in their sacred life!!!… I do know the everlasting scars caused to a child who’s been neglected, and the vicious cycle it creates in its unforgivable wake!!!… My heart cries out to all children who have been abused, and I do not believe in not looking back!!!… We must always remember and try to reach out and help whenever possible!!!… To those who say, one must bury the past, are only kidding themselves and leaving the tormenting door wide open for it to continue, and the long-term healing process to be stopped dead in its tracks by doing so!!!… Poet, I commend you for speaking clearly to us from your tender soul, and may you and any child who has been abused find solace in knowing that you are not alone, and shall never be forgotten!!!… We shall together one day, rid this beautiful planet of ours, of all the needless suffering caused by human beings, who forget what it means to be a human being!!!… My prayers and best wishes are with you and yours my friend!!!… Respectfully submitted.

it takes a strength to overcome the past ... this poem is progressing very nicely, allowing the reader to step into your experience and feel an visualize its surrounding memories, very potent as they are ... the imagery is spectacular ...

I'll keep your brother in my prayers, Chanti. This has such wonderful expression in the last verse. Your wonderful heart and compassion for others shines in all you do.

I, my dear, am grateful.
Tami

Thanks for the review Ronald. It is true as are most of my poems. I write as a form of catharsis and it has always helped. I wrote this recently when I found out that my brother had been found after weeks of not knowing where he was. It got me thinking and remembering...and writing. I hope it doesn't upset anyone. I see my story (all of it) as one of hope. I have experienced much in this life but I have one thing going for me.... love. I choose it and it flows from me. I no longer live with bitterness and hatred but am filled with love and compassion for those who are in pain. I is my life's ambition to be able to use my experiences to help others. If my words do this in some way then it has all been worth it.
In gratitude...Chanti

Poingant story. Say it isn't true.