Four Years Old
The End of Innocence124 total reviews
Comment from meanlevee
This is what I was talking about before. You say it all in this poem. There are no flaws I detected in the meter, or rhyme.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2010
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This is what I was talking about before. You say it all in this poem. There are no flaws I detected in the meter, or rhyme.
Comment Written 27-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2010
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Thank you my friend.
Exorcising the demons through words is my cathartic release, and I am honored by your most generous rating and comments.
Most sincerely,
Curt
Comment from rhymelord
Dear Curt,
I always feel totally outraged against anyone who destroys the innocence of childhood in any manner and I am a firm believer in the death penalty for such animals as carry out crimes like this. Sometimes we poets write in the first person for impact and not as an autobiography. I hope, my friend, that that is so in this case. All that said, your poetry is powerful, expertly executed and a very, worthy 6 star piece.
Regards
Reg
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Dear Curt,
I always feel totally outraged against anyone who destroys the innocence of childhood in any manner and I am a firm believer in the death penalty for such animals as carry out crimes like this. Sometimes we poets write in the first person for impact and not as an autobiography. I hope, my friend, that that is so in this case. All that said, your poetry is powerful, expertly executed and a very, worthy 6 star piece.
Regards
Reg
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Thank you Reg,
your thoughts are in sync with my own, and God forgive me, but I wish he burns in hell forever. If I am damned for that, then I wish to spend eternity in hell with him making him suffer, for I am sure I wasn't the only one to be touched by his evil.
Blessings to you and yours my friend,
Curt
Comment from Artasylum
Curt, there are no words to express how this hurts my heart to read and know that someone as special as you are endured the devil himself. My love and thoughts will always be with you...thanks so much for your bravery and sharing with all of us. yours, diana
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Curt, there are no words to express how this hurts my heart to read and know that someone as special as you are endured the devil himself. My love and thoughts will always be with you...thanks so much for your bravery and sharing with all of us. yours, diana
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Diana, your warmest of thoughts are a balm for my soul, and I wish I had the words to thank you enough for your kindness.
I want the world to know that the predator is not thet guy in the van across the street nearly as often as it is the "man" in your own home. If I can help just one person avoid this abuse, I can live my life knowing something good can come from even the worst of situations.
Blessings to you my friend,
Curt
P.S.,
So glad to see you again.
Comment from ArtGal
Not only do I have tears in my eyes but I'm just plain sick. This is outrageous and unforgivable. Pardon me, but the bastard should have been locked away for all eternity. Children have to learn to not be afraid and to speak up, no matter the threat. I know it isn't easy, but they have to be taught to do this. What a shame the mom didn't believe, a sick woman in my opinion. Thanks for posting this, it needs to be out there. . .Sharon
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Not only do I have tears in my eyes but I'm just plain sick. This is outrageous and unforgivable. Pardon me, but the bastard should have been locked away for all eternity. Children have to learn to not be afraid and to speak up, no matter the threat. I know it isn't easy, but they have to be taught to do this. What a shame the mom didn't believe, a sick woman in my opinion. Thanks for posting this, it needs to be out there. . .Sharon
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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I want to sincerely thank you for your very heartfelt thoughts, Sharon. My Mother was a sick woman, as we all came to find out on our own years later. I forgave her on her deathbed, for I came to understand her sickness, but I have yet to be able to forgive the actions of him, or anyone like him. God forgive me, I hope he burns in hell forever.
Blessings to you and yours my friend,
Curt
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Curt, I'm so glad you forgave her because the forgiveness is really for your healing. But I can't blame you one bit for never forgiving him, though God teaches that we should. I can understand exactly what you feel. God bless and I pray that you have gotten past this...Sharon
Comment from Warren Rodgers
Curt, Your poem is so emotional and brutally disturbing to me. But at the same time it is beautiful in it's eloquence to finally speak the truth for the four year old boy. Disturbing to me because I was lucky not to have had that experience. After reading your poem, I have a taste of what it must have felt like and I am saddened for the little boy who did not deserve that disgusting treatment. As an adult it reminds me be aware of protecting all of the children and believe what they say. Excellent work, this is profoundly moving. Best Regards, Warren
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Curt, Your poem is so emotional and brutally disturbing to me. But at the same time it is beautiful in it's eloquence to finally speak the truth for the four year old boy. Disturbing to me because I was lucky not to have had that experience. After reading your poem, I have a taste of what it must have felt like and I am saddened for the little boy who did not deserve that disgusting treatment. As an adult it reminds me be aware of protecting all of the children and believe what they say. Excellent work, this is profoundly moving. Best Regards, Warren
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Thank you Warren, for your heartfelt thoughts, I truly appreciate what you have said more than I can tell you in mere words.
I have spent a lifetime trying to understand why my God would allow this to happen, and as of this date, I have no real answers, just a thread of faith and the hope that I can help others avoid this brutal abuse of body and soul.
Blessings to you my friend,
Curt
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Curt, I wish I had the answers for you too, but I don't think any human being could truly explain or understand such brutal actions taken against a child. I believe you are on the right path in your hope to help others avoid this brutal abuse. Blessings and best of luck to you as well my friend. Warren
Comment from Annelisa
I will say the stark reality took my breath away and brought tears to my eyes. I am the "overprotective" mother of 4 boys and what you describe is my worst nightmare.
I have no words that will do justice to this poem.
Annelisa
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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I will say the stark reality took my breath away and brought tears to my eyes. I am the "overprotective" mother of 4 boys and what you describe is my worst nightmare.
I have no words that will do justice to this poem.
Annelisa
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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No words are needed my dear friend. Keep your precious ones safe from harm, and you will have my eternal thanks.
Thank you so much for your truly heartfelt thoughts.
Blessings to you and to yours,
Curt
Comment from highplains
Brutal and real. That is the feeling this gives. It's a trip down a painful road no one would want to go on. It makes you wonder if mothers are really that blind, or just so desperate they choose not to see, maybe a little of both. There are so many things worse than not "having a man" so very heart breaking.
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Brutal and real. That is the feeling this gives. It's a trip down a painful road no one would want to go on. It makes you wonder if mothers are really that blind, or just so desperate they choose not to see, maybe a little of both. There are so many things worse than not "having a man" so very heart breaking.
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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My Mother would never admit to ever making a "mistake," but I can bet you my soul she knew everything that went on in her house.
Thank you for your sincere thoughts my friend.
Blessings to you and yours,
Curt
Comment from words
This is about as real as it gets.
Very well done.
Not a sentimental note in the whole write.
Stark, gritty, dead on ... as befits this hard story.
Unfortunately too many have lived the truth of these words.
You nailed it.
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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This is about as real as it gets.
Very well done.
Not a sentimental note in the whole write.
Stark, gritty, dead on ... as befits this hard story.
Unfortunately too many have lived the truth of these words.
You nailed it.
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Thank you my friend,
I could not have written a sentimental letter in this piece, let alone a word, even if I wanted to, which I don't.
I hope he burns in hell forever, God forgive me.
Sincerely,
Curt
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Ah, my friend ...you have indeed been to hell... you have looked the devil in the eye, felt his bite and lived to tell the tale. I am glad that you are with us and adding your voice to our choir.
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I spent the first half of my life rebelling in anger at my God, and the second half trying to understand why He would allow this to happen. I have no answers, but if I help one person to escape, if I help one life to want to still live, then maybe, I can understand a little of thet Plan.
Know that my heart is with you,
Curt
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Your honest write is a gift. There is no self pity in it ... just the facts, just the truth ... and the truth is always liberating. People always recognize it. It is powerful and sends the strong message, "you are not alone ... someone else has walked that dark path and survived. I applaud your courage and honesty.
Comment from Mary's angel
The story is frightening and happens much too often. I am hoping for your sake that this did not happen to you! I am so sorry! Back to poetry, the rhyming is outstanding, the story line flows well, the descriptive words chosen show and tell with deep emotions. Nicely done!
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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The story is frightening and happens much too often. I am hoping for your sake that this did not happen to you! I am so sorry! Back to poetry, the rhyming is outstanding, the story line flows well, the descriptive words chosen show and tell with deep emotions. Nicely done!
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Thank you Mary,
your thoughts are always welcome here.
Blessings to you and yours,
Curt
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My pleasure Curt.Blessings to you as well! Mary
Comment from Kingsland
death is all that bastard should receive. I found this poem a bit disturbing, but very well written in rhythm and format. This is a subject that would be better to never happen. But there are ass holes everywhere in this existence. I found this poem to be well written, and all too real for some in this world of ours... John
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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death is all that bastard should receive. I found this poem a bit disturbing, but very well written in rhythm and format. This is a subject that would be better to never happen. But there are ass holes everywhere in this existence. I found this poem to be well written, and all too real for some in this world of ours... John
Comment Written 26-Feb-2010
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2010
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Thank you John,
Yes, it is all too real for some and if you ask me, death is too kind, unless he suffers the same fate in hell.
Curt
