A few years ago, I entered a competition I didn`t win but was commended.  However, my  poem was then included in a charity anthology to raise awareness of the work that goes into helping victims of Domestic Violence.

This poem was a difficult subject and  took some researching but I feel it was well worth it.

Here is the poem....

I Survived

I am a daughter, sister, wife and mother

not a servant, skivvy or a punch bag

for I have emotions, feelings and a heart

I`m a human being and not here to brag

for we came together through our passion

wanting to build a better life as a team

but sadly this haven didn`t last long

as behind closed doors I was left to scream

then I learnt to wear my makeup thicker

to hide the bruises that were rained down on me

outside the house, I held my head up high

I was the matriarch of my family

whatever was done to me...I would survive

finding the help needed I would have my day

I would come through all this hell in the end

just had to find the courage to walk away

domestic violence is found behind closed doors

I`m so glad I managed to work out just how

to start to rebuild my life once again

I am at peace with my family now

sadly domestic violence is still here

but with help and support, we can open the door!

I am glad I managed to work out just how

to start to rebuild my life and smile more

                                                                                                                                                            © Lissie Bull 2015