Permanent bruises

Domestic violence can lead to more permanent bruises.

I ask her to take off her jacket, she refuses
She thinks she's proving her love by hiding bruises
She thinks it's her fault for lighting his fuses
She's to blame for not being one of his muses

To him this is only a game, her pain amuses
Her love and patience he physically abuses
I wish I could make her leave but she always makes excuses
Her strength is slowly fading and her body reduces
As she lays in her casket her family's sorrow diffuses
If only you could have prevented these permanent bruises

Author's Note

If you or anyone you know is a victim of domestic violence please speak up.

Reviews

[TheGrimm_Sleeper]

Your words are powerful and speaking out about something that needs to be talked about more. It speaks loudly to the ones that have experienced something similar and will hopefully open the eyes to the blind ones that can't see that abuse is a real problem out there. Keep up the writing (:

[Eden-Rose]

Thank you so very much. :)

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Indeed these are permanent bruises. I feel more is said than done regarding abuse of any kind...
You penned this well, while maintaining the rhyme sequence too. Good work..

[Eden-Rose]

Yeah sadly that is the case sometimes. Anyway thank you.

[Dr. YumnaKay]

You're welcome, ER 😊

[Najam Us Saher]

Very heart touching. You have really expressed the emotions very well. Her love and patience he physically abuses is very deep and thoughtful line. Very strong and thoughtful poem. I truly liked it.

[Eden-Rose]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[Farhan Shaikh]

Strong words, powerful poem,
Wonderful work Eden,
I was on the edge of my seat while reading this poem of yours.
Keep sharing and writing

[Eden-Rose]

Thank you so much for the kind words.

[Rimpi Saikia]

This is so amazing! Not just the powerful message of the poem but also the rhyming pattern is awesome!

[Eden-Rose]

Thank you very much! :)

[Writing Angel]

I was in abuse as a child...this speaks so loudly to me great work...I hate that this happens to people

[Eden-Rose]

Awwe I'm sorry that you went through that.

[Writing Angel]

please don't be... it has taken a while I was able to overcome. I appreciate your sympathy but there are others who need it more :)....keep writing

[Jesus0996]

Wow, I love the rhymes in this poem, keep up the good work.

[Eden-Rose]

Thank you so very much.

[Jonathan]

Powerful poem. The use of the word 'you' at the end makes the poem far more challenging to the reader. Overall an honest reflection of the pain far too many people go through everyday.

[Eden-Rose]

Thank you so much for a heartfelt review.

[Ace St. Jean]

Nice poem. Liked the rhyme, just adds to the dark vibe and tone.

[Eden-Rose]

Thank you so very much for taking the time to read and review my poem.