I see them so often
And they bring joy to my heart.
We could be walking in town
And I see them,
Or walking in the park
And I see them,
We could be drinking coffee
In our favourite water hole
And I see them.
See the young children,
So innocent,
So happy.
Their laughter pulls at me
And brings so much enjoyment.
So why do people do it?
Why do people hurt children?
I just do not understand,
I am a peaceful man
But when I hear
Of adults hurting children
Anger rises within me.
I just do not understand,
Do not understand why,
Why adults hurt kids.
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Author:
Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: I get very angry when I hear on the news that children have been hurt or even killed by adults!
- Category: Reflection
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- Users favorite of this poem: L. B. Mek, BlessedbyGod
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Comments10
Yes, terrible.
Something about 'Whoever offends little ones, it's better for them to have a millstone hung round their necks and cast into the sea'. Some words of 'gentle Jesus, meek and mild'!
And your comment on them, which is quite swoony, if it wasn't so serious. Hung up by their - swoon!
Thanks Orchi, it is the one thing that angers me when children are hurt by adults.
Andy
And animal cruelty too....
I feel similarly & then some ..
Thank you Neville and Maxine, it is so dreadful when people hurt children.
Andy
yeah, I
... have no words
just a blinding RAGE..
I dare not dwell on such thoughts
but appreciate you writing these
most Needed and Important words
thank you Andy
Thank you Mek, yes we both agree, as I believe most people do.
Andy
Their laughter pulls at me
And then you really opened it up with a rallying cry that calls for the society to wake up. I liked this piece Mr Finch.
Their laughter pulls me as well. Many years ago I was in church, the service had ended and a child's laugh rang out and everybody stopped talking and smiled at this very young girl, pulled together by her laughter - wonderful.
Andy
Their laughter pulls at me
And then you really opened it up with a rallying cry that calls for the society to wake up. I liked this piece Mr Finch.
It's a sad subject, a painful one, when children get hurt in any way. To put words to it, well, I can only agree with the writer of this.
Thank you Michael, much appreciated.
Andy
I've been one of these children and it's definitely not easy, and I want to thank u Andy, for this piece in particular, it touched close to home and made me realize the support we have as the abused and the support we need to give to the abused ,
I know where you stand with God,but overcoming this horrible stuff is what drew me closer to Him,
Thank you my friend from the deepest part of my heart and soul, this piece means so much
So very much appreciated Melissa, I do hope that you have got over it now and those memories disappear with time and your belief strengthens you.
Andy
They have dear Andy, my husband has chased those nightmares away
Your heartfelt poem touched me deeply, as it resonates with the emotions that many parents, like myself, experience when confronted with the painful reality of child abuse. The vivid imagery you've painted of innocent children, their laughter, and the moments of pure joy they bring is a beautiful reminder of the preciousness of childhood.
It is indeed perplexing and heart-wrenching to fathom why anyone would cause harm to these young souls, who embody hope, purity, and the promise of a better future. Your words capture the essence of this confusion and the anger that wells up within us when we hear about such injustices.
Thank you so much for your words GS, I think all agree that to harm children is appalling.
Andy
It is unconsciounable when an adult uses violence against an innocent, defenseless child. I cannot fathom the mind of an individual who is capable of doing such a thing. I can't politely say what should be done unto them.
I obviously agree Bella, I too could not be polite about what should happen to those who abuse children.
Andy
Thank you ! yo write something about us children . This is really true when somebody scold us for to play and enjoy because we are children and we should focus more on studies instead of enjoy our childhood.
Thank you sonal, play as a child is important, in my long life I look back on my childhood with happiness as I used to play with friends, enjoy every moment of your life .
Andy
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