Determined

As a little girl you were my example

My superhero with a cape

Everything in my life was ample

I couldn't ask for anything more.

As time moved forward

Your violence opened my eyes

All of my dreams were bordered

Completely out of my reach.

All I wanted was for you to be impressed

It never worked in my favor

Always disappointed raising your fist

Eyes always shut, dreaming of a better place.

Years seemed to drag on

But one day I picked up and left

You no longer had me to rely upon

Somehow I still felt guilty

No longer chained down by your burdens

Finally spreading my wings, moving on

Head up, facing my goals; Determined.

I've put you behind me for good.

Reviews

[Author Denise Ballard]

This piece was a reminder of things that I have gone through in my life growing up and wanting to escape the hell I was living with. A child was taught to speak when spoken to. We didn't have a voice, but now we do. I enjoyed this very much. You are extraordinary.

[Michaela]

Thank you very much!

[B. Boileau]

Determined indeed. Withers always shut, dreaming of a better place. An inspiring piece for those experiences of a all to over looked issue. This has a certain rawness that fits. We'll done

bill

[d]

this is a straight forward poem and you handle saying the things you need to say very well. i often get criticized for being cryptic and confusing. it is a big contrast but i think that this poem works very well just the way it is. i guess it's been a struggle. i hope you are finding your dreams and happiness.