An honest and brave write, Eden; and a gift of hope to the many others who will benefit from reading your poem. Your depth of expression and sharing of feelings is very powerful. Thank you. Love and my best sentiments to you,

Regis

This strikes too deeply for words. I am in awe of your depth, and i respect the strength and bravery it takes for you to bare you soul, imparting to us the burdens you've had to bear. -- Jeff

this is so great that you would write this for others who have been abused, too-i have been there, too, and your message is one that should be heard loud and clear-speak on, my friend xxx Michelle

Abuse comes in many forms and you seem to have covered every channel or venue. "While trying to understand how one you love could do this to you" This rings true to everyone that has gone down this road. I was abused as a child by my father as well as the rest of my siblings. It was a horrific experience that lasted some sixteen years, when I finally mustered the courage to leave it all behind. To this day none of his children have visited his grave sight. The abuse allowed me to remember who I wanted to be when I began raising my own children. It was very important to create a home where my children could always be forgiven. Thank you for this read. This is a living testament for anybody that has stumbled down this path. God Bless you, Tim

Very positive message for all those living with such abuse and fear, but once you break loose the world opens up in bright sunlight....

Be always safe,
Karen

Thank you so much for sharing this piece, I have lived 24 years being abused by my so called lie of a lover, I currently have a restaining order out on him and now with the help of so very good good people I am free from his abuse, I still live in fear though, I am now wth someone new as I have just written the poem, "Lost in Your Paradise", I am so grateful for all the community support, Take care and thanks again for the words that so many hide, Valerie