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If Ever You Loved - no more

If ever you loved… You would see the hurt behind my eyes, your heart would soften at the sound of my cries If ever I knew love, I would know it doesn't have to hurt; that I should not always your temper have to avert With an enemy's force your affection is shown; with a battered innocence I remain for the unknown If ever you loved, before you a treasure you would see If ever I knew love, I’d know that it wasn’t each time you hit me

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Terry Miller

Date: 3/18/2025 3:01:00 AM

Powerful stuff, brave writing, congratulations

Ink Empress

Date: 3/17/2025 9:57:00 PM

Dear FJ, this poem hits so strong and is soul stirring, and it is as if i hear and feel the voice of a grieving soul that is healing from abuse, youv done that in such a soft and delicate manner, giving your poem an evocative touch to it! I felt it as i read " if onlys" but i thought as i read, its better late than never altho havinv to find out the hard way isnt easy, when emotions are involved! Your poem is beautiful and soul stirring! I felt it so deeply! Thank you for joining! Congratulations on your win! Appreciate your support

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/17/2025 2:09:00 PM

Excellent verse here . I really like how you expressed the theme of abuse.

Jan Allison

Date: 3/17/2025 12:03:00 PM

such raw emotions behind the lines Flo - no person should have to endure such abuse.many congrats on your win. hugs jan xx

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 3/15/2025 4:22:00 AM

Excellently penned FJ, with good rhyme and flow with nice imagery too. Blessings,Gordon

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/5/2025 5:13:00 AM

Dear FJ, Wow, your poem is raw, powerful, and deeply moving. I felt the pain and longing written into your words cut straight to the heart. What a brave, poignant piece that speaks volumes. Thank you for sharing such deep emotions! Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel.

FJ Thomas
Date: 3/5/2025 11:41:00 AM

Thank you Daniel, it is a situation/subject to which far too many turn a blind eye.

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 3/5/2025 3:39:00 AM

how nice to see you at my page, and back posting again! this is a good entry for the contest - many of us have experience of this, sadly

FJ Thomas
Date: 3/5/2025 11:33:00 AM

Thank you Charlotte, it is nice to 'see' you. I appreciate you visiting :)

Oliver Mckeithan

Date: 3/4/2025 6:40:00 PM

Powerful poem. It takes courage to write a poem like this. I know the feeling as I grew up in a violent home. Well written for a very difficult topic.

FJ Thomas
Date: 3/5/2025 11:31:00 AM

It seems many of us experienced abuse in some form, so very upsetting how prevalent it was/is. Thank you Oliver

Frederic Parker

Date: 3/4/2025 4:03:00 PM

Something I saw my father do to my mother, until my older brother, who was 10 years older than me, grabbed my dad and told him he would kill him if he ever did it again

FJ Thomas
Date: 3/5/2025 11:29:00 AM

I am sorry you suffered Frederic, but glad she had some one to stand up for her. Thank you Frederic

Paul Callus

Date: 3/4/2025 1:34:00 PM

I am touched by this poem which, unfortunately, touches on a subject that many, mostly women, have to endure. How can a person show love by being abusive!! Love & Abuse are poles apart. A pity that not all find the strength to exit the relationship. ~ Best regards dear friend Flo // paul

FJ Thomas
Date: 3/5/2025 11:19:00 AM

Your analogy of opposite poles is quite fitting Paul, in more way than one. Thank you :)

Lin Lane

Date: 3/4/2025 1:20:00 PM

Spousal abuse is one of the most tragic. You did an excellent job of portraying it in your lines, Flo.

FJ Thomas
Date: 3/5/2025 11:17:00 AM

It really is Lin, thank you.