She Will Always Wonder Why

She walked around with a smile that hid pain inside
There was no safe place for the tears she cried
At a young age, she had many questions about the world
Locked away in her mind, in confusion that swirled
No-one could give her the answers through the years
Because you can’t fully explain evil, as it falls on deaf ears
Murder mixed with smiles by sick minds who escape
Child abuse, torture and perpetrated child rape
Corruption that leaks from dark drips into pools
That turn into blatant floods, in the face of fools
She may find all her dreams in the sky and try,
But she will always continue to wonder why

Heidi Sands

3/16/19
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Pandit Avatar
March 17, 2019 at 7:53 AM
This poem is a voice of pain and sad memories...indicative of so much evil in this world.
Sands Avatar
March 17, 2019 at 8:57 AM
Thank you for your comment Vijay :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
March 17, 2019 at 3:21 AM
That kind of pain stays with a person forever. That is why the punishment for that crime should last forever. This is beautifully composed Heidi. I hope you enjoy St. Patrick's Day! xxoo : )
Sands Avatar
March 17, 2019 at 8:56 AM
Thank you very much Connie. You are right! Happy St. Patrick's Day to you too :)
Godwin Avatar
March 17, 2019 at 1:25 AM
Hard hitting content delivered in slam, slam punched rhyme. Hate the truths it contains, but truth it is and impressively effective is the delivery in 3rd person. I related, who could not who possesses a soul? This is a dramatic poem that is a wow to read, Heidi! Poetry hugs ... CayCay
Sands Avatar
March 17, 2019 at 8:55 AM
Thank you for your very kind comment and feedback :) Have a nice day!
Parker Avatar
March 16, 2019 at 7:29 PM
A pain filled poem dear poet, one that expresses the darkness in the human soul
Sands Avatar
March 16, 2019 at 8:01 PM
Yes , a deep one. Thank you for your visit and comment :)
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