Dear Lord, I'm only eight years old
and I don't know how to pray-
But there's just a few things that
I really have to say.
My Daddy left us long ago-
but I don't miss him much.
He never cared about me-
We never even touched.
Mommy went out again last night-
She does that alot you see.
She says she has to get away-
She can't be bothered with me!
Why don't Mommy love me, Lord?
All the other children say-
They get lots of hugs and kisses
every single day.
Why don't Mommy love me, Lord?
What did I do wrong?
Why won't Mommy play with me?
Oh, it's been so long.
I tried to fix some cereal, but I spilled
milk on the floor-
Mommy screamed and hit me
like a hundred times before!
Why don't Mommy love me, Lord?
Is there anything I can do?
If she would hug me just one time,
or simply say I Love You.
It's getting dark again, dear Lord-
Won't you please stay with me?
I'm so cold and all alone- Oh,
God, I'm so hungry!
Would you talk to Mommy Lord?
My body's tired and sore-
Tell her not to hit me , please- I just
can't take it anymore!
Someone has to help me Lord-
how long can I hold on?
To a Mommy who don't love me-
One who's always gone!
The shadows are coming closer Lord,
It's a long time 'till the day-
Please stay here and hold my hand, Lord-
PLEASE don't go away!
Authors Note: This should not happen to ANY child. God bless the children who are suffering and hurting from child abuse. We MUST help them. It's not interfering - - it's saving a life! This is a revised repost.
Oh dear lady, this one tore at my heart...I don't know if I want to steal that kid away from a mother like that or make things worse by giving that woman a beating myself , let her know how it feels for her kid... <tears here>, ED
Reviewed by Wil Clark
Reviewed on August 3, 2003
Hey Linda,
YOur Poems are great! This one really hits the spot,I'm only 16 and i dont think i have ever gotten a belt on my butt,muchless a hand on my face,I Thank god everyday for that!Keep your wonderful writing going!! XOXO WIL
this is so sad Linda, I've worked with abused children and they are so loveable, no child should suffer abuse, thanks for sharing this one so well written, hugs to ya, Val
Reviewed by the phantom pheonix (Reader)
Reviewed on February 6, 2003
sometimes what others writes touches too deeply for those who read it so is my case with this poem too many bitter memories of the past ring through this poem great job!!
wow, linda..your creative juices strike us again!! very heart wrenching, emotional piece!! >tears < bravo for writing this!! love, and (((HUGS))), your friend, karen lynn. god bless you, too!!!
Reviewed by Keighley Perkins (Reader)
Reviewed on August 24, 2002
wow! really touching! a heart breaking story. well done again! Keighley
Reviewed by Smoke Martin (Reader)
Reviewed on August 18, 2002
WOW what can I say that you didn't say! Great and emotional read. Being a Guardian ad Litem working with abused children, you hit the nail on the head. Excellent!!
Reviewed by Jack
Reviewed on July 23, 2002
This is terrific! Beautifully writen from the heart. A gifted poet!
Reviewed by William M. Sowman
Reviewed on July 23, 2002
A beautifully written poem for a wonder ideal. Such a very sensitive and gentle heart. Bill
Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)
Reviewed on July 22, 2002
It's ashamed it does happen a lot. Poor kids just want to be loved and fead. The kids do no wrong, it's their abusive parents that do all the wrong. Sad, so sad.....
Parental Neglect any way you look . It,But, (God) Takes Care In His Own Way,The Clock Ticks; Time Has Its Way Of Paying That price For It,i.e. Parental Neglect!
Powerful, emotional...I've got tears in my eyes...very well written. (((HUGS))) to you, and let's all (((HUG))) and love our children. Love, Karla.
Reviewed by Sanilnath
Reviewed on July 22, 2002
Wow Linda .... "Why Dont Mommy Love Me ?" ... This poems shows how a child look at his mom for love, care and affection.
There is another side tooo .... How cruel a mom can be ? This is another character of Women ... Wish no mother behave like this picturised in this picture ... BCOZ A CHILD always look for LOVE ... CARE and AFFECTION FROM his MOTHER MORE THAN FATHER ...
All About how Lila chooses how to handle her "worries" about the first day of school. Another Mom's Choice Award Seal of Excellence recipient in the "Kids with Worries" book series.
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YOur Poems are great! This one really hits the spot,I'm only 16 and i dont think i have ever gotten a belt on my butt,muchless a hand on my face,I Thank god everyday for that!Keep your wonderful writing going!! XOXO WIL
Parental Neglect any way you look . It,But, (God) Takes Care In His Own Way,The Clock Ticks; Time Has Its Way Of Paying That price For It,i.e. Parental Neglect!
TRASK
Amor
Love and Light
dreamweaver
There is another side tooo .... How cruel a mom can be ? This is another character of Women ... Wish no mother behave like this picturised in this picture ... BCOZ A CHILD always look for LOVE ... CARE and AFFECTION FROM his MOTHER MORE THAN FATHER ...
great ... keep it up ...
Sanil