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Just fifteen years old, pregnant and all alone, A child herself but in a family way as she checks the coin slot in another pay phone. Homeless, hungry, all alone and terribly scared, She just wanders the streets totally unprepared. Her folks told her she was an absolute disgrace, And how were they going to look their neighbors in the face? With tears in her eyes and a broken heart she left not wanting to cause her parents pain, A few clothes packed she heads out in the pouring rain. She had been victimized and raped by someone her parents held dear, She figured they would take his side and the only thing left was for her to just disappear. Quickly she found out just how hard the streets would become, And out here if you’re to make it you learn fast not to act dumb. Shoplifting and panhandling was the only way this young girl had to survive, And she didn’t know what to do cause in a short two months the baby would arrive. But her luck was about to change with a young couple she was about to meet, They were searching for someone like her and they were wealthy and sweet. In exchange for her child they promised her, her education and a chance at a brand new start, She knew she could never support the child and this was the way they should part. On the day of the delivery the baby was taken away, Not even knowing if it was a boy or a girl they were separated that day. The couple honored their agreement and the young girl became an educated woman with wealth of her own, And she uses that wealth to help others in dire needs returning to others the kindness she was shown. Note: Isn't this a better alternative than abortion?

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008




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Date: 7/9/2008 9:47:00 AM
A very sad but happy ending. In this instance both parties had no choice. It was God's Will and now love is being spread for others. Very well written, Ron. God Bless, Cile
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Date: 7/9/2008 8:22:00 AM
Wow! What a powerful story with such a wonderful ending. It's sad how parents are more worried about what others will say more than helping their own children. This is a timely piece with an important social issue. Thank you for sharing it with us. Karen
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Date: 7/8/2008 8:38:00 PM
You tell an interesting story with your poem. I would be nice if it worked like that for all underage mothers. Peace Matthew Anish
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Date: 7/8/2008 6:27:00 PM
Bro Ron this brought tears to the eyes. What a powerful write. If only others could reach out like this. Great write.
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Date: 7/8/2008 6:17:00 PM
Well written as always Ron, great message and heart touching. Well done. Regards Heidie
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Date: 7/8/2008 9:27:00 AM
This is a heart wrenching poem and the young girl will carry this memory all her life. It is so sad. God Bless Phyl
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Date: 7/8/2008 3:53:00 AM
Oh, how sad and wonderful. That poor poor girl. This poem really touched me, my Mother was an 18 yr old with the same story (except she faught to keep me). A very hard path, either way. Much love, Kristin
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Date: 7/7/2008 7:51:00 PM
Ron, this poem gave me chills...Great write, always, Christy
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