First word i said was mum or dad
First feelings i had im sure was sad
My mother died when i was eight
Thats when i learnt the meaning of hate
I became depressed lonely confused
Thats when my daddy turned to booze
My life was so out of control
I felt disguarded and on my own
I hated my dad and what he had become
A stranger now lived in are home
It was hell on earth to try and survive
The more he drunk the more he died
It was only when i finaly grew up
Did i understand his pain and hurt
He lost his wife and couldnt cope
It was turn to drink or throw the rope
He chose the booze to numb the pain
He would wake in the morning to do it all again
Now i dont harber no malice or hate
If anything it has taught me faith
It has made me who i am today
I live my life i dont shy away
So thank you dad you shine your light
Your happy now your with your wife
A contest entry
- For Our Parents by WhiteAngelCake.
700 points, ended August 18, 2008, 28 entries
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Comments
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A sad, and beautifully penned piece of poetry. I am sure anyone who reads your work could say they are blessed to know a part of you. Thanks for sharing another piece!
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Aw... That's a really sad poem! This is a great poem. Good luck in my contest.
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Good work Evelyn!
I can just sense the emotion as I read this Evelyn.The sadness comes right out in ths. I admire the way you wrote this. Thanks again.
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