For the sake of a loved one

by Dagmar Wilson   Sep 28, 2018


I've been lying to myself
for the sake of my child,
my stomach is screaming.
Walking on pins and needles is not my style.

For the sake of my child
my tongue remains on pause,
this twist is making me sick.

Sworn to secrecy, if broken
may cost me the relationship with my daughter.

For the sake of my child
you begin to carry a load
not mine, not hers
it's her dad's and his problems at home.

    report violation
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  • 6 years ago

    by CJ Maleney

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    For the sake of a loved one (by Dagmar Wilson) 7 points

    To be placed in a position of such trust and to share a secret can be both privilege and curse. Expecially when the secret you share is with a child.

    It places a person in a very difficult situation where they may feel the need to do or say something to help resolve the situation, but how do you do so without breaking trust.

    This poem by Dagmar Wilson is a very well written piece that captures the turmoil of such a predicament incredibly well.

    Brilliant work 7 points

  • 6 years ago

    by Mark

    Congrats :)

  • 6 years ago

    by Michael

    Congratulations Miss Dagmar.

    Such a wonderful piece from you. A very difficult situation and I hope there is a solution for you.
    Many hugs
    M:)x

  • 6 years ago

    by Mr. Darcy

    Congratulations. A front page marvel. X

  • 6 years ago

    by Milly Hayward

    Congratulations on your win. All my best wishes Milly x

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