Poetry
You knew him once upon a time
So many years ago;
He offered you his friendship but,
Dear Daddy did you know?
One night he led me into hell
With terror to bestow;
He stole your daughter’s innocence
Dear Daddy did you know?
That night I pleaded; terrified
Oh please, don’t make me go;
You said “Enough! It’s settled now.”
Dear Daddy did you know?
I didn’t want to go there but
I went there anyway;
Endured the pain and agony
Afraid of what you’d say.
I didn’t call when he was done
Nor think that you would come;
Or want to save your little girl
Now broken and undone.
I’ve often wondered through the years
Why Daddy didn’t see;
Ignoring fear so obvious
And cries that came from me.
And how could Daddy never see
His daughter’s soul had died?
Behavior; attitudes that changed;
Was evidence denied?
I’ve held this anger in my heart
Since I was only eight;
I’ve blamed you Dad for everything
And given in to hate.
Realities of what you said
That echoed through my mind;
Became the ache of memories
Transcending years of time.
But Daddy there is something else
I want for you to know;
Despite the pain and suffering
Compassions seed has grown.
My Father Who’s in heaven has
Redeemed my ruined past;
He taught me how to love; forgive
And walk through life at last.
There’s one more thing that you must know
Straight from your daughters heart;
If I’m to bridge the gap at all
Today’s the day to start.
I’ve chosen to release you from
Responsibilities;
That once demanded justice for
The shame inside of me.
And with release I now forgive
Your words of long ago;
I love you Dad with all my heart
Dear Daddy now you know.
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My heart hurts! And I'm grateful for a loving Father whose touch heals and comforts. May you ever reside within its embrace.
My prayer is for those who have lived with the guilt and shame of sexual abuse will find hope and healing from the wounds that bind their souls.
Thank you again, your words have encouraged my heart.
Cheryl
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