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No 82 - Domestic Violence begins with what you teach them !

There's no debate.  Don’t retaliate
If she makes you so mad, uses all the patience you had,
Dear son - Walk the other way!
If she hits you first , so your anger will burst,
If she blocks you, so you can’t leave, please believe,
My manly son – walk the other way !!!
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Sidwell Avatar
March 18, 2024 at 9:19 AM
Wise wise words - I hope it inspires someone to do exactly what you say!! Congratulations on the win!
Jones Avatar
March 16, 2024 at 12:06 AM
The video is precious! Love your poem! Congratulations on your win!
Volumes Avatar
March 16, 2024 at 1:32 AM
Glad you liked it Karen, best wishes sweet one.
Anaya Avatar
February 14, 2024 at 9:47 AM
Oh my, I began crying when I saw the video. Touching and strong advice, SV. Jesus saves!
Volumes Avatar
February 14, 2024 at 1:18 PM
Anaya, I put this on my Facebook page back in January 4, 2015. I too cried the first dozen times I watched it. When that little boy at the end says "Why wont I hit her ? Because I am a man " it breaks my heart. If only so many "so-called" men thought that way. Thanks for your comment my dear friend.
Rolland Avatar
February 11, 2024 at 6:32 PM
wonderful poem, i hope the son will read and listen, the precious words, it works for myself and everyone, thanks poet
Volumes Avatar
February 11, 2024 at 7:06 PM
We need to teach our kids from a young age, now, dear Yann, as they are subject to so much violence, they must have it instilled that its NOT the answer. Particularly against someone weaker than themselves. Thanks for your appreciation of my words my friend.
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