For Rosa

I saw you cry and wondered why

I'd ask but I didn't wanna pry

How could I prove my hunch was right in what my instincts said?

I never knew why you wouldn't stay

You grabbed your purse and ran away

But when you couldn't escape the light I saw your skin had bled.

Your life to me's this mystery

You've chosen not to share with me

You want to keep it sewn up tight I'll honor your request

That choice is yours, 'cause noone's sure

Just what goes on behind closed doors

But blinding others to your plight you cheat yourself instead

For winter sleeves in summer heat

Hide the bruises buried deep

You yearn for rescue from this fight to free you from this dread.

You've often dreamt of life so sweet

Where true love sweeps you off your feet

A place where freedom feels just right and harm will never tread.

So BE the one! Let loose your tongue

For heros who remain unsung

Rose to power from their fight by speaking out instead.

Reviews

[Robert Haigh]

A serious subject, and a very sad one. Domestic violence seems to be a curse of modern life, in that it would appear to be more prevalent than in former times. Many women choose to keep quiet about it, like the character in your poem here. No person - woman or man - should have to suffer like this.

[Mari' Emeraude]

Thanks for reading 😊

[KAREN]

This poem is crafted good, and emotional, sad. Feelings such as this need to be talked about with someone.

[Mari' Emeraude]

Thank you, Karen

[KAREN]

My pleasure!

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

A very creative and heartfelu poem.

Hiding our feeings from a loved one is not good for our mental state or relationships.