WHO AM I

You may not see me

but you may sense my dark effects

in a boy or girl who’s been beat down by a loved one

I AM ABUSE

I appear in the midst of

strife, discord and/or need

my sting is bitter and my results are quick

I AM NEGLECT

We all have felt this

and have bounced it back to others

with a vehement lack of regard for life

I AM HATE

So who can clear the abuse, neglect or hate

and tame the fears of those with tears?

When I enter, my result brings

clarity, passion with longevity...

I never degrade, disregard or embarrass another

and my one goal is to strengthen families and the community

I AM LOVE

© Linette Rabsatt