No Escape (poem) by Chanti Niven on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on January 27, 2007

I love the way you accentuated �I CAN�T BREATHE� and �WHY.� I found
myself holding my breath in response and shouting from within � �WHY.�

A story that needed to be told and done so masterfully! Thank you for caring. Some sit in limbo afraid to move�our screams live within.

Hugs, Susan
.-}--

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on February 6, 2005

Once again you manage to starkly expose a madness that is an integral part of the world and time dimension we exist in. This is so compelling that it wrenches the soul, Chanti. Much love to you dearest friend.

Regis

Reviewed by Janet Parker

Reviewed on October 24, 2004

This is a very well done poem in it's rawness. I was a victim of spouse abuse. I finally had the sense to get out with my children. There are so many of us.

Reviewed by Dave Harm

Reviewed on October 12, 2004

WOW, you put me back in my childhood home. It took years to realize I wasn't the reason for all the "pain." This was to real!

Reviewed by Tami Ryan

Reviewed on August 22, 2004

My dear Chanti,

You have executed this piece in the best possible way. It stuns the reader, as well it should. As you know, because of the work I do, I share this too-common tradgedy with you. Thank you for speaking out for those who are unable to do so for themselves. I'll continue to pray with you for these women. Very well written, good work! Thank you!

Much love,
Tami

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray

Reviewed on August 19, 2004

Loads of intensity and sadness. Very well expressed

Reviewed by Dale Clark

Reviewed on August 19, 2004

This is so haunting and sad! Powerful!

Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)

Reviewed on August 19, 2004

Chanti...this is yet another example of your profound
understanding of human nature...and your exceptionally deep
poetic talent. This wonderfully written set of verses has
the impact of a speeding car ramming a cement building. I
could 'feel' the angst, the fear, the knowledge of impending
demise. Beautiful, Chanti...agonizingly, truthfully beautiful.

Reviewed by Anniemoh Ohio

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

You've captured this very well - and I know this because I've been there (fortunately it was along time ago). Excellent write.

Reviewed by Fletcher Bailey (Reader)

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Chanti...you really captured the true horror of spousal abuse...your poem is hard to read, but even harder to imagine happening...reading it is like watching the scene unfold in my mind...very powerful poetry...Fletcher B

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

by writing of abuse through a child's eyes makes the poem's statement real and moving ... well done!

Reviewed by Franz Kessler

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Great write. I personally never experienced anything of the kind you write, though it is a dire reality for many. It hurts... Franz

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Chantil, this is so real.

AS you know here we don't let any the likes go.

They pick on ladies cos they aint real men, just freaks.

I must be honest though certain woman i felt like hitting once, but something inside stops, even when they don't let you see your child, and they lie lie lie.....

But I love spanking..lol

Reviewed by A PAX

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

oh my god
this one roard into my face
I heard a child's voice as i read it.....
that is pretty amazing stuff
.......
the brutality and stupidity of humanity is only matched by the weakness of those who inflict pain upon each other......Bullies are weak in spirit......sickos....

This is very very well done...........
there is no excuse for violence.........
powerful write...........

I have meant to comment on your writes before but sometimes i read then have limited time for reviewing.......I read your rape and revenge story awhile back.......you are an amazing survivor!

You must have an guardian angel...
pax..........A

Reviewed by Peter Paton

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Chanti
Thank you for being so brave and courageous to raise this sickening and satanic phenomenon in our society ....

There s absolutely no excuse for a man hitting a woman or child..none...its not a man at all..it is a sick and depraved beast masquerading as a man...

Love
Peter

Reviewed by William DeVault

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

That's very good to express the thought, to transport the reader to feeling the reality. I wish more wrote and read such things.

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Excellent_

Never Apoligize For What You Write,i.e. Those Of Any Intellect Who Accept Will Either Comment Or Move On! Ignorant Arrogant Humanity Needs To WAKE UP Or Become A Self Victim,i.e. New Martyr!

TRASK

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Chanti, beautifully written poem on a very painful topic!
An eloquent write that goes like an arrow straight to the heart!
I just wrote something about abuse too. There's is much to much
of it giving such bad examples to our children today. How can
they have any respect?

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Chanti, this is another exceptionally well-penned, soul-gripping composition created by your golden quill and compassionate soul, my friend. This unfortunate occurrence, which we know is still prevalent in today�s society, not only against the initial victim, but also, it has a terrible rippling effect against others near by. Although they are not being physically pummeled, the scars left in its wake are just as traumatic. I wish any abuser would seek out the professional help they need, before they lash out. One would also hope at the very least, any would be victim would seek some sort of protective help against the abuser before they are ever abused by anyone! We know the long-term effects this heinous crime causes, and this vicious cycle of violence must STOP once and for all! Thank you for handling this deplorable subject with class and style, my friend. May the gentle winds of the Creator�s grace, comfort and guide you and yours safely throughout your journey through time and space. Take care and be well.

Reviewed by Reginald Birch (Reader)

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Dear Chanti,You articulate with all your usual sensitivity this awful dilemma a young child should never be in. There can never be an accuse for such brutality to her mum or to any woman. This behaviour must be stamped out once and for all.
Your friend,
Reg.

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

brutally heartwrenching write! well done!

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

Gut wrenching piece Chanti!!

love Tinka

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

(((chanti)))

this hits like a slap--hard hitting and brutal. powerful, heartwrending write! *tears*

(((HUGS))) and love, karla. :(

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)

Reviewed on August 18, 2004

The impact is stunning, numbing, shocking. Powerful write from a gifted soul.