Walayee Poet Lay Whitlock-Ishway Poet Free verse

Dont Spite the Child To Hurt His Dad

~Don’t spite the child to hurt his dad
This practice is both harmful and sad
~And you wonder why he’s always mad

~He loves him as much as you 
Was by your side while in your womb he grew
~Raising a child takes more than one – it takes two

~You left them alone when you were in school
You trusted he knew what to do
~Now you’re not with him you change all the rules

~Why rip out his heart to soothe your pain
Why play these childish games
~In him rage and fury is what remains

~Take note; this battle you may have won
If the tables turn you better run
~This damage just can't be undone

~Please think about the long run
Put your anger aside and think of your son
~His father loves him more than anyone…

Lay

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Carolyn Devonshire December 23, 2010 at 4:09 PM Lay, in the anger of divorcing, fights over custody often ensue. If one parent is given primary custody, he or she should consider how important it is for the child to be able to spend time with both parents. Your poem touched my heart, dear friend. Love and peace, Crolyn

Walayee Poet Lay Whitlock-Ishway December 23, 2010 at 2:18 PM This write is based on the personal experience of a very dear friend. I was overwhelmed by emotion when he told me of the experience he faces. It is a sad tactic that far to many women use to hurt the father's of their children when a relationship ends. When a child is lucky enough to have 2 parents who love them and care for them; it's so important that they are allowed to embrace it. I just wish the parents were wise enough to put their differences aside and see it...Lay

Andrea Dietrich December 23, 2010 at 1:59 PM gosh, Lay, I hope this is not based on personal experience. I think it is horrible when one parent harms the child to get back at the other parent/ A very relevent topic!! LUv, Andrea

John Loving Iii December 23, 2010 at 8:59 AM eeeeeevil woman eeevil woman eeevil woman eeeeee. john

Linda-Marie Sweetheart December 22, 2010 at 4:01 PM Wonderful words Lay and a great message of advice to the reader my friend.. encouraging lines as well.. put your anger aside .. we all need to adhere to that line..luv.. enjoy happy holidays with luv..

Maya Kaabour December 22, 2010 at 2:05 PM A MASTERPIECE! These are profound words dear Walayee. I wish you and your family all the best. Merry Xmas, your friend in poetry... Maya K *

Verlecia Fields December 20, 2010 at 12:27 PM Happy Holidays to you and yours... this poem made think of little eyes see and things we do and say...

Dr.Ram Mehta December 20, 2010 at 11:23 AM Very realistic and present day picture you have presented , Walayee

Wilma Neels December 20, 2010 at 7:28 AM Walayee it certain cases this is exactly what happens the children get used as bargaining chips if relationships don't work out.. Great write ;) Wilma