Believe Him
People show who they really are, not tell.7 total reviews
Comment from country ranch writer
When we think things are at their worst in a battered relationship there is help! Never forget you are a person to be loved and cherished and not abused. His cruelty is not your fault! Ther are laws to protect you I'd you are not afraid to take the first step. And that first step is to have him arrested!
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2018
When we think things are at their worst in a battered relationship there is help! Never forget you are a person to be loved and cherished and not abused. His cruelty is not your fault! Ther are laws to protect you I'd you are not afraid to take the first step. And that first step is to have him arrested!
Comment Written 08-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2018
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Thanks for the review. I worked with women who were abused and I agree with you!
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Comment from nor84
I wanted to give you a heads-up review. These are the rules posted in the contest announcement: The topic for this contest is: What if? What if you or your character wake up, only to find yourself in the residence of a famous person. (This person can be a movie star, a sports figure, a political person, the person can be from any background, however, it can generally be agreed that this person is well known.) This person can also be still living or deceased. The reason for this unusual visit, is this person has a piece of information that will most probably change your life!
In addition, entries have to be 700 words or more, which seems to require a story and not a poem. This entry has 88 words, seems to be set up like a poem, and does not match the contest requirements.
Maybe you still have time to fix it. Good luck.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018
I wanted to give you a heads-up review. These are the rules posted in the contest announcement: The topic for this contest is: What if? What if you or your character wake up, only to find yourself in the residence of a famous person. (This person can be a movie star, a sports figure, a political person, the person can be from any background, however, it can generally be agreed that this person is well known.) This person can also be still living or deceased. The reason for this unusual visit, is this person has a piece of information that will most probably change your life!
In addition, entries have to be 700 words or more, which seems to require a story and not a poem. This entry has 88 words, seems to be set up like a poem, and does not match the contest requirements.
Maybe you still have time to fix it. Good luck.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018
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Thanks for the heads-up. I realize I must have entered the wrong piece to this contest. Sigh. I greatly appreciate the notice.
Comment from tfawcus
Really strong and good advice for any victim of domestic violence. You have phrased it with just the right amount of emphasis to get the message across. Powerful writing.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
Really strong and good advice for any victim of domestic violence. You have phrased it with just the right amount of emphasis to get the message across. Powerful writing.
Comment Written 29-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
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Thank you for your thoughtful review and stars. I appreciate both.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This is so true, once the hitting starts it never stops, it will just continue and years of abuse follow with the hope that it will change and it never does. I love Maya Angelou's statement too, she was a victim. Take heed of people's behaviour when they reveal themselves. I wish you luck with the contest, this is a wise and resonating write, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
This is so true, once the hitting starts it never stops, it will just continue and years of abuse follow with the hope that it will change and it never does. I love Maya Angelou's statement too, she was a victim. Take heed of people's behaviour when they reveal themselves. I wish you luck with the contest, this is a wise and resonating write, love Dolly x
Comment Written 29-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
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Thank you for your thoughtful review and stars, Sharon. I appreciate both.Thank you for your thoughtful review and stars. I appreciate both.
Comment from Sharon Haiste
I think this is a good entry for the 'Advice From a Well Know Friend' writing prompt.
I'm not sure this message is a good one to spread though.
Well done and good luck to you with the competition.
Sharon
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
I think this is a good entry for the 'Advice From a Well Know Friend' writing prompt.
I'm not sure this message is a good one to spread though.
Well done and good luck to you with the competition.
Sharon
Comment Written 29-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
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Thank you Sharon.
Comment from Mary Hollingsworth
Author that is so so so real. Physical abuse is so wide spread and has inflicted so much fear on the victim and paralyzes them to the part of covering up and making excuses for the abuser. Its so sad but so true, I thank you for this piece and the artwork which depicts so much of your poem. And the abuser always says they' sorry but does it over and over again. If the victim doesn't wake up and get out of there there gonna wake up dead. Thank you for sharing . its so sad that this is going on as I type
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
Author that is so so so real. Physical abuse is so wide spread and has inflicted so much fear on the victim and paralyzes them to the part of covering up and making excuses for the abuser. Its so sad but so true, I thank you for this piece and the artwork which depicts so much of your poem. And the abuser always says they' sorry but does it over and over again. If the victim doesn't wake up and get out of there there gonna wake up dead. Thank you for sharing . its so sad that this is going on as I type
Comment Written 28-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
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Thank you, Mary!
Comment from Debbie Pope
Wow! This is the contest winner for sure. I apologize that I do not have a six star award for this. What a perfect example for friendly advice. The quote from Maya Angelou was such a nice touch. I like your warning that you can't hide behind dark glasses because you need your eyes to see--the glasses being both literal to hide bruises and symbolic for her view of her mate. Excellent job.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
Wow! This is the contest winner for sure. I apologize that I do not have a six star award for this. What a perfect example for friendly advice. The quote from Maya Angelou was such a nice touch. I like your warning that you can't hide behind dark glasses because you need your eyes to see--the glasses being both literal to hide bruises and symbolic for her view of her mate. Excellent job.
Comment Written 28-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2018
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Thank you for seeing the metaphor! I appreciate the reviews and the stars.