Thankful For Being Dead

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This is not about me, it's about all the children whose lives have been ruined permanently by child abuse. Such a sad thing, what's even sadder is that there is still so much of this going on here, there and everywhere.

Tortured for years by the filth of his hand I was a child scared and afraid Threatened to be killed if I spoke his demand Tortured for years by the filth of his hand I am thankful for being dead, to him- you do understand Frightened to death by the threats that he made Tortured for years by the filth of his hand I was a child scared and afraid Threatened to be killed if I spoke his demand Tortured for years by the filth of his hand I am thankful for being dead, to him- you do understand Frightened to death by the threats that he made I was a child scared and afraid I will never forgive him- it's the price that he's paid Write a "Trionet" for me poetry contest Sponsor: L Milton Hankins 6/20/2021

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 7/7/2021 9:59:00 AM

Many congrats for your win Charlie. You have powerfully articulated an unthinkable experience of an innocent child. This should never be the memory, or scar, of childhood. Congratulations on your win! Well written - well deserved win. Blessings.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 7/3/2021 6:32:00 PM

Hello Charles … these heartless predators need to be sterilized, exposed to the community, and hounded for the rest of their lives - thanks again Charles - Lindsay

Jan Allison

Date: 7/2/2021 11:48:00 AM

such a heartbreaking piece Charlie i found the imagery so harrowing, many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx

Eve Roper

Date: 7/2/2021 11:47:00 AM

Well done, Charles. So many here in the states and no shame for it. Congratulations on your win!

Virginia Gelok

Date: 6/20/2021 10:01:00 AM

This is a gripping poem. I could feel that 'filth of his hand'. Sadly, all too true.

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 6/20/2021 6:59:00 AM

A heart breaking truth well penned. When will humans learn to be humane? All the best for contest

Tom Cunningham

Date: 6/20/2021 5:27:00 AM

Sad that this goes on worldwide Charlie, children scarred for life. Hope you're well. Tom