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Walk With Me.

Viewing comments for Prologue "Path of Release"
From victim to survivor of abuse.

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Comment from lakeport
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Path of release, indeed it is very sad when a family is torn
apart. that's a very emotional expressed story poem,nice rhyming. Thanks for sharing it,God bless you. Hugs!Lakeport.

 Comment Written 05-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 07-Oct-2014
    Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review.
    :-) Shirley
reply by lakeport on 07-Oct-2014
    your welcome.Hugs!lakeport.
Comment from misscookie
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I can relate to your poem in certain parts no matter how you slice it all lived together with a broken heart. This is why a married like this is called uneven yoke.
I'm glad you are at last free,
Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 05-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 07-Oct-2014
    Thank you so much. I appreciate your generous review and thoughtful comments.
    :-) Shirley
reply by misscookie on 08-Oct-2014

    You're very welcome. Until next time.
    Have a blessed day.
    Cookie
Comment from rjuselius
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this is a sad story to tell, the negligence of a mother is heard. poor father who lost his life for her. overpowering persona. and slightly narcisictic.
thank you for sharing!

rebekka x

 Comment Written 05-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 07-Oct-2014
    Thank you for your time and generous review.
    I appreciate it.
    ;-) Shirley
Comment from tdragonfly
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How sad for everyone involved. No one was a winner only losers. I'm sure in her own way your Mom loved you but did not know how to show it. I am glad for your sake that you have acknowledged life for what it was and now can move own. You were not responsible for what happened. You are now responsible for what and who you are now. You have taken the hardest step, keep moving forward.

 Comment Written 05-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 07-Oct-2014
    Thank you for your time and generous stars.
    I appreciate your thoughts.
    :-) Shirley
Comment from ravenblack
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When we are children, we never quite understand what drives our parents to behave as they do, but when we are older, we can understand and let go. My childhood was no bed of roses, but understanding the pressures they were under and their own upbringing, I too forgave and let go.

 Comment Written 05-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 07-Oct-2014
    Thank you for an understanding and thoughtful review.
    I appreciate it.
    :-) Shirley
Comment from Dawn Munro
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This is incredibly sorrowful scribing, my friend - I hope it has been cathartic and you will continue to heal. What a shame that you never had the chance to meet your father before he passed on.

Your wonderful rhyme and metering work well, but it is the way you describe this couple that makes it so powerful - amazing job! *****************!!!

 Comment Written 04-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 07-Oct-2014
    Thank you for reviewing with understanding.
    I appreciate your positive comments.
    :-) Shirley
Comment from Sankey
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So sad. Thanks for sharing. Very well written and we can see the hurt and loneliness in all this. As I read I started thinking it was saying one thing but as I proceeded realized it was a different message. I suppose in this sort of situation you are encouraged to not see it happen again in your own marriage and family. With God in the centre it all works out right. Just seeing I had been through here before.

 Comment Written 03-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 04-Oct-2014
    Thank you.
    I appreciate your time and thoughtful review.
Comment from Sam Mendonca
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This poem seems to be a new path for you. Things that you can now release with happier memories.

You did an excellent write in doing that.

I really like the photo. The gown is beautiful. (Smile)

 Comment Written 03-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 04-Oct-2014
    Thank you so much Shirley,
    I appreciate your understanding of where I am on this journey.
    Your sincere and thoughtful comments are encouraging.
    Those amazing six stars acknowledge my joirney and I thank you.
    :-) Shirley
reply by Sam Mendonca on 04-Oct-2014
    You are very welcome. (Smile)
Comment from kiwijenny
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Oh writing helps and putting your feet where she did not. That is also the way. My mother didn't show much affection so I show affection.and I have never shaken my kids in a rage. I am sorry you didn't connect with your
Dad in life..I see this story played out in my brother in law's life.
Path of release...with God their is forgiveness and healing
God bless

 Comment Written 03-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 04-Oct-2014
    Thank you for reviewing.
    This is just one of the harsh truths I have to acknowledge, accept, and release.
    The irony of it is that my father may have actually cared .but was deprived of that chance. Instead my mother moved into a sixteen year de-facto relationship with a man who would become her children's abuser. I have already written some poetry and stories and will write more.
    My children have always been loved by both of us and are normal, well adjusted children and adults.
    :-) Shirley
reply by kiwijenny on 04-Oct-2014
    Oh Shirley I am so proud of you
Comment from adewpearl
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beautiful photo
Mum and dad my story - Mum and Dad, my story
Dad's love was true - caps
Mother's was a lie - caps - I won't note this every time
solid rhyming couplets
good alliteration like in labored the land
a tragic family story - so sad when children suffer from the actions of their parents... Brooke

 Comment Written 03-Oct-2014


reply by the author on 04-Oct-2014
    Thank you Brooke.
    I appreciate the review and suggestions.
    :-) Shirley