Paul Callus Poet Quatrain

Abused

What a liar, trouble maker!
That’s the way she gets her kicks
Makes you wonder what she’s after
Plays around with dirty tricks.

What a life she leads in envy
She makes yours a living hell
She’s a woman of destruction
Aims to take you down as well.

She is past it; don’t believe her
For her mind is not in place
Keep your distance; she is fatal
Has become a hopeless case.  

That is what is said about her 
She’s the victim in this game
She is living with a trauma
Where she hangs her head in shame.

She is helpless and in terror
Of reprisal; she’s confused
On the verges of depression:
She’s the one who’s been abused.


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Contest: Any Poem#26 ~ April 2014
Sponsor: Poet Destroyer A
Placing: 3rd

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Cecilia Macfarlane June 9, 2015 at 7:24 PM Powerful and compelling write Paul, she is reflecting back what she been dealt. Hugs Paul Callus June 10, 2015 at 9:16 AM Glad that you stopped to read one of my earlier poems, Cecilia! I like your feedback, too. [Have just read and enjoyed your inspiring poem about what real women are:)] hugs // paul

Jake Ponce May 12, 2014 at 6:45 PM Paul, the way I read it was like riding enormous soundwaves. I couldn't describe how I really felt afterwards but the closest thing may be riding a rollercoaster. It took me on that kind of heartpumping ride. :) Paul Callus May 13, 2014 at 1:31 PM Hi Jake! What can I say!! Great comments...next thing I'll be riding on a giant rollercoaster!:) txs a lot. cu around // paul

Joseph May May 2, 2014 at 9:07 PM She takes on the abuser's character...congrats on a fine win Paul Paul Callus May 3, 2014 at 8:32 AM Thank you Joseph, both for stopping by and for the feedback...always appreciated. // paul

Sam Raj May 2, 2014 at 12:10 PM Dear Paul, This truly a wonderful poem. I totally agree, women who is abused always pays a heavy price, and is treated as a mentally imbalanced person especially in my country. It's sad. but slowly things are changing, but too slow. Thanks for sharing and congratulations for the win. Paul Callus May 2, 2014 at 12:40 PM Many thanks Sam. You are right; women (especially, for it could also concern men) are afraid to speak out because they are made to look the guilty ones and not the victims. cu around. // paul

Dr.Ram Mehta May 2, 2014 at 7:32 AM Enjoyed the write. Congrats on the win, Paul Paul Callus May 2, 2014 at 7:40 AM Thank you Dr. Yours was also a worthy one. // paul

Casarah Nance May 2, 2014 at 6:54 AM Man, great poem, congrats on your win. You rock Paul Callus May 2, 2014 at 7:43 AM Hi Casarah! Thanks a lot; love your comments:) Your 1st placing was a truly merited one! /paul

Faye Gibson May 1, 2014 at 7:29 PM Congratulations of a well deserved win. Paul Callus May 2, 2014 at 7:46 AM Many thanks Faye; you too have been doing quite well of late:) enjoyed your winning writes // paul

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser May 1, 2014 at 12:43 PM CONGRatULATIONS dearie Paul..:) weeeee!! Tea for a treat and dark chocolates loool.. Regarding the poem, I've read this.. As again didn't leave any cause if I have it's obvious that am your.. Will mail to you ..:) a prose with deep compassion and understanding..the title itself provoked me and since I dealt with patients who are abused before so somehow I know.. The way you made it to a poem... Wow! There's heartbeat skip on last two stanza... The ultimate revelation.... :) God bless :) Paul Callus May 1, 2014 at 1:09 PM Thank you dear Olive_eloi :) I have just posted a wee note on your winning poem. Satisfaction when we both manage wins in same contest!! Glad you liked this one. Looking forward to post. bless you:) // paul

Dr. Upma A. Sharma May 1, 2014 at 12:22 PM Hats off to ur amazing write Paul ! First half I cud not believe on negative thots on a she, but then a real twist cud lead me to lesson behind,, congrats on such a deep winning poem ! Paul Callus May 1, 2014 at 1:00 PM Many thanks Dr. I was hinging all this write on that twist. This is why abused women are reluctant to come forward and make a report. Pity. cu // paul

Poet Destroyer A May 1, 2014 at 10:57 AM Hello Paul, ... Congratulations! Enjoying every entry, ENTERED in my "Any Poem #26" contest. Always & Forever *LINDA" Paul Callus May 1, 2014 at 11:10 AM Thank you Linda! Very satisfied with my placing:) Lately you have managed to keep me very busy! cu // paul

Angie Thomas April 5, 2014 at 7:46 AM Aww... I felt really bad after reading this. Quite a touching poem. Paul Callus April 5, 2014 at 9:05 AM Lovely to see you stopping by Angie. Abuse is never right; being abused and made out to be your fault is even worse. cu // paul

Debbie Duncan March 30, 2014 at 4:23 PM Love this Paul, I've known a few people like this. Just because they're not happy they have to mess with you :) Thank you for reading my words "WALLS " ;) Hope to see you more often . Paul Callus March 30, 2014 at 4:32 PM Thank you for visiting and commenting. Hope to see you around more often, too. :) // paul

Linda Jackson March 30, 2014 at 11:47 AM I like the twist in this poem. At first you have a picture of a troublemaker then it turns out she is the victim. I like the imagery. Best wishes Linda Paul Callus March 30, 2014 at 12:20 PM Thank you Linda; you hit the nail on the head; your feedback is much appreciated. // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis March 28, 2014 at 11:02 AM Your interest for others makes this beautiful poem a hymn of concern! Excellent writing Dear Paul! Paul Callus March 28, 2014 at 11:27 AM Thank you Demi; appreciate your welcome comments, too. // paul

Sarai Virden March 28, 2014 at 12:11 AM You are a powerful voice for the sorrows that hide in silence of a heart. A masterpiece dear friend! Sarai Virden March 28, 2014 at 6:16 AM Amen Paul Callus March 28, 2014 at 5:06 AM Thank you for your kind remarks Sarai. :) I'm afraid this problem is an endless one, but it does not mean that we give in to it; we have a voice; we use it. // paul

Skat A March 27, 2014 at 11:02 PM wow! Powerful, she can be any of us....... Falling, and abused. . Hugs ~SKAT~ Paul Callus March 28, 2014 at 5:04 AM Thank you lots Skat. At least we can speak for those who have no voice... // paul

Richard Lamoureux March 27, 2014 at 8:01 PM I love how you turned the tables on this one. Exceptional piece! Paul Callus March 28, 2014 at 5:02 AM Good morning Richard. Thank you for the very positive comments. This topic can never be neglected. cu // paul

Charmaine Chircop March 27, 2014 at 5:42 PM A very profound poem which I really enjoyed reading..A very moving and deep post Paul. Tnks for stopping by..Im trying to catch up where I left.. Charmaine Chircop March 28, 2014 at 9:51 AM Yes .Paul!!! Paul Callus March 28, 2014 at 4:50 AM Welcome back Charm :) Glad you appreciate this poem. That's why many abused women don't dare open their mouth when abused, because of how they're looked upon. // paul

Liam Mcdaid March 27, 2014 at 4:29 PM wow very beautifully painted in words excellent piece Paul Callus March 27, 2014 at 5:20 PM Thank you Liam for stopping by and for your encouraging comments. // paul