Wouldn't It Be Great ?
If there were no such thing as abuse,
That leaves a child scarred and confused.If their life is not violently taken,
Their souls are forever horribly shaken.
Their innocence robbed, they’re no longer the same,
No one should endure such heartache and pain.,
They should be free to run and play,
No stranger at the park to steal them away.
A little child lead by the hand,
“Help me find my dog.” Said the bad man.
Off she goes, not knowing what’s in store,
A stranger has taken a child once more.
Will she be found before it’s too late?
If there were no such thing as child abuse,
...wouldn’t it be great?
At least at home they should be fine,
But dad just got in, and he’s the drinking kind.
Mom’s no help, ‘cause she’s on dope,
How can we expect the child to cope?
Will he be helped before it’s too late?
If there were no such thing as child abuse,
...wouldn’t it be great?
~~Ashley, age 12
This poem was written by my granddaughter, Ashley.
Ashley was 12 years old when she wrote this poem.. ( She turned 13 0n April 3rd '98 )
She wrote this poem for an essay contest at school. She had to answer the question:
Wouldn't it be great if...?
The poem placed 3rd in her area, and went on to district 12.
Out of 3000+ entries in district 12, she won 1ST place.
CONGRATULATIONS, HONEY ! !
I'm so proud of you!! Love, Maw Maw
"Keeper of the stars"
You can e-mail Ashley @: GOBET1@aol.com
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