Anger Poems

Powerful Poems about Hard Times

There is nothing more painful than fighting between family members. Whether between parents who are married or divorced, or between siblings, there is nothing more bitter than watching people who once loved each other say painful things to one another. Family member know each other better than anyone. They know each other's vulnerabilities and can hurt each other in the most private and intimate places. So before you say something to a family member, no matter how much you think that they deserve it, remember, the pain of the memory of this encounter will last much longer than the satisfaction of a good one liner.

91 Raw and Angry Poems about Abandonment

1. Mother To Son
- By Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes was a prominent writer during the Harlem Renaissance. In this poem, a mother uses the metaphor of life being like a staircase to give advice to her son. While there are difficult times, you must keep moving like you would while walking up a staircase.

Well, son, I'll tell you:
Life for me ain't been no crystal stair.
It's had tacks in it,
And splinters,

Well, son, I'll tell you:
Life for me ain't been no crystal stair.
It's had tacks in it,
And splinters,
And boards torn up,
And places with no carpet on the floor-
Bare.
But all the time
I'se been a-climbin' on,
And reachin' landin's,
And turnin' corners,
And sometimes goin' in the dark
Where there ain't been no light.
So, boy, don't you turn back.
Don't you set down on the steps.
'Cause you finds it's kinder hard.
Don't you fall now-
For I'se still goin', honey,
I'se still climbin',
And life for me ain't been no crystal stair.
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2. I Needed You
- By Angie M Flores
- Published by Family Friend Poems May 2008
Not receiving the love that one needs from their mother.

Not Getting Love From Mother

When I was sad and depressed,
I needed you to be cheer me up.
Instead, I drank till I was numb enough not to feel anything.

When I was sad and depressed,
I needed you to be cheer me up.
Instead, I drank till I was numb enough not to feel anything.

When everyone was attacking me and putting me down, making me feel so low,
I needed you to be the one to defend me and be on my side.
Instead, I endured all the cruel words and criticism the world threw at me.

When I lost all my friends and had no one,
I needed you to be that only friend I had left.
Instead, I experienced what the word "friendless" really meant.

When I was scared and frightened,
I needed you to be my security blanket.
Instead, I had to live in fear.

When I was angry and full of rage,
I needed you to calm me down.
Instead, I kept it all bottled up inside.

When I felt so lonely and needed someone to care,
I needed you to hold me tight and never let me go.
Instead, I grew up alone with no one to turn to.

When I was hurt and in pain,
I needed you to come running with you healing ways.
Instead, I remained scarred and bruised.

When I would inflict self-torture, wanting to die,
I needed you to stop me and tell me how important I was.
Instead, I hid my scars and became oblivious to everyone.

When I would cry myself to sleep at night,
I needed you to wipe the tears away.
Instead, I held my pillow tight while never-ending tears streamed down my face.

When my world was crashing down on me,
I needed you to be the one I ran to.
Instead, I locked myself in my room in complete despair.

When I felt unloved,
I needed you to tell me how much you loved me.
Instead, I learned the words "I love you" are meaningless.
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3. Always My Father But Never My Dad
- By Allyssa
- Published by Family Friend Poems November 2009
I dedicate this to my real father because he was never there as I was growing up, so my mom's ex treated me like I was his and that's why I call him daddy because he's the one that I actually had!

You Missed Out

I'm sorry you missed out when I went to school for the first time,
And you didn't have me tell you that you were all mine.
I'm sorry you weren't there to take me to the mall,
And you weren't there to tell me I have to stand tall.

I'm sorry you missed out when I went to school for the first time,
And you didn't have me tell you that you were all mine.
I'm sorry you weren't there to take me to the mall,
And you weren't there to tell me I have to stand tall.
Sorry you weren't the one I saw when I came home that day
Or the one I'd run to when I had a bad day.
I'm sorry you didn't hear me write these; you'd have been so proud,
And you weren't there to lift me up on a cloud.
Sorry you weren't there to tell me there's nothing to fear,
But then again you should have been here.
I'm sorry you weren't the one to teach me to ride a bike,
Or the one who took me on my first ride.
I'm sorry you weren't the one who carried me on his back.
That was my other daddy, the one I actually had!
Or the one who held me tight when strength is what I lacked.
I'm sorry you weren't the one to hold me when I cried
Or tell me I did great when I really tried.
I'm sorry you were never there to teach me how to cook
Or there at night to read me my favorite book,
I'm sorry me as a daughter is what you never had.
You will always be my father, but you will never be my dad.
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4. Last Chance
- By Stefanie
- Published by Family Friend Poems August 2008
A poem to her dad from a daughter who is slipping away before his eyes.

Poem To Dad From Angry Daughter

My heart aches, Dad,
For the things you won't do.
My soul breaks, Dad,
For all that we've been through.

My heart aches, Dad,
For the things you won't do.
My soul breaks, Dad,
For all that we've been through.

I fear it's too late, Dad,
To mend my broken heart.
I'm so full of hate, Dad,
I don't know where to start.

You took away my hope, Dad,
That I would ever be loved,
And now I'm left to cope, Dad,
As I watch you love your son.

I want to scream and yell, Dad,
But I fear my voice will crack.
I want so much to tell you, Dad,
That I can't always take you back.

Please listen to my words, Dad,
For they are all that I can say.
I want you to treat me like I'm yours, Dad,
And not just throw me away.

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5. I'm Sorry
- By Casey Lee Watson
- Published by Family Friend Poems January 2008
Sorry for the way I behave.

Poem About Taking Out Anger On Another Person

Words I say don't always come out right,
and they always seem to start a fight.

I know what I say can hurt you,

Words I say don't always come out right,
and they always seem to start a fight.

I know what I say can hurt you,
and believe me, I don't mean to.

The last thing I want to see is you sad
because I can't control myself when I get mad.

I know all you want from me is my best,
but right now I need time to rest.

Everything is happening so fast.
How long will it all last?

Everything is falling apart.
It's ripping my heart.

I have so much anger built up; I have to get it out,
and all I want to do is scream and shout.

I take it out on you,
even though I don't mean to.

I'm sorry for causing you more stress.
I know even you need time to rest.
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6. A Smile To Remember
- By Charles Bukowski
we had goldfish and they circled around and around
in the bowl on the table near the heavy drapes
covering the picture window and
my mother, always smiling, wanting us all

we had goldfish and they circled around and around
in the bowl on the table near the heavy drapes
covering the picture window and
my mother, always smiling, wanting us all
to be happy, told me, ‘be happy Henry!’
and she was right: it’s better to be happy if you
can
but my father continued to beat her and me several times a week while
raging inside his 6—foot—two frame because he couldn’t
understand what was attacking him from within.

my mother, poor fish,
wanting to be happy, beaten two or three times a
week, telling me to be happy: 'Henry, smile!
why don’t you ever smile?'

and then she would smile, to show me how, and it was the
saddest smile I ever saw

one day the goldfish died, all five of them,
they floated on the water, on their sides, their
eyes still open,
and when my father got home he threw them to the cat
there on the kitchen floor and we watched as my mother
smiled
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7. Forget
- By Angie M.
- Published by Family Friend Poems April 2010
I Deserve To Be Free Poem

Forget how to care.
Forget how to trust.
Forget how to love.
For my sanity, I must.

Forget how to care.
Forget how to trust.
Forget how to love.
For my sanity, I must.

Been burned by the promises
and many a lie.
I've sat back and watched
as my feelings all die.

I vowed I would love,
honor and cherish him always.
But he treats us like we are
invisible... daily.

How can anyone like that
deserve love from me.
My children and I
deserve to be free.

Free from the arguing,
the names and the drinking.
Free from the insults
for even just thinking.

For now I will live
as the "unaffected me."
If only to salvage
my diminishing sanity.
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8. The Way It Was
- By Janice
- Published by Family Friend Poems April 2011
I would just like my daughters back in my life.

Dad Pleads With Daughter To Come Back Poem

The times we had,
the times we shared
were the best time
when everyone cared.

The times we had,
the times we shared
were the best time
when everyone cared.

Seems those days are now long gone.
You chose the path to be your own.
You left me out, with not a care.
The tears I cry and the pain I feel
I see the picture and it's oh so real.

I will love you until I die
for each one of you I will dream
that you are with me here now
as it should have been all along
the time that has passed is gone forever.
Tt could have been filled with joy love and laughter.

The times we had,
the times we shared
were the best time
when everyone cared.
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9. A Letter To My Dad
- By Destiny
- Published by Family Friend Poems January 2015
My dad has been in and out of my life, and it hurt me deeply because he has other kids, and I always felt like the one kid he never really wanted. I turned to poetry because it gave me the opportunity to express my thoughts and emotions in a good way,

Poem Of Anger And Hurt Toward Dad

I am angry at the world, and I often wonder why
I don't want to throw my sorrow on all those who have hurt me
Yet you are one of the main reasons I cry
I cry because you weren't there

I am angry at the world, and I often wonder why
I don't want to throw my sorrow on all those who have hurt me
Yet you are one of the main reasons I cry
I cry because you weren't there
When I needed someone to tuck me in
I cry because you weren't there
For all the plays I have been in
I hold up my head and try to stay strong
Because one thing I always had was a mother who had to play both roles

You tried to buy my love
But no funds in the world could fix the hurt you have done
I was never searching for a perfect dad
Just a dad that could make me feel special

When I was younger, I always had this crazy dream
Of waking up to the sound of your voice
I would run out of my room and jump into your arms
My mother would look over her shoulder and smile
Because finally we weren't alone
You would look at me with great love in your eyes
And then whisper,
"I promise I will never..."
But then reality woke me up

Today I sit and wait
Wait for you to grow up
Wait for you to let go of your pride and put your daughter first
But one can only wait so long

You may be ready to act like a man when it's too late
You will apologize and blame your fault on others
But all I will do is laugh because it was you who missed out
I will hold my head up high and shed a tear
That tear represents my sorrows you caused
But I will let the tear go and not dwell on it any longer
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10. A Grieving Daughter
- By Ebony Angel B.
- Published by Family Friend Poems August 2008
This poem is to give every hurting little girl confirmation that no matter what you've been told or have been through, your heavenly Father will always love you.

Poem About A Mother Hating A Child

She told her daughter she hated her and wished she was never born.
She didn't even seem to care that the child's heart was torn.
She blamed the child for all of her heartache and pain.
Did she realize emotional abuse can drive a child insane?

She told her daughter she hated her and wished she was never born.
She didn't even seem to care that the child's heart was torn.
She blamed the child for all of her heartache and pain.
Did she realize emotional abuse can drive a child insane?
She said her child was the reason she never achieved her dreams.
Those words hurt her child more than they may have seemed.
All her daughter wanted was her love and her affection.
But all she ever got was her mother's constant rejection,
Feeling like a lost child with no one to love.
She prayed to be taken away to the heavens above,
Not knowing why she just wasn't good enough.
Why, when she needed gentleness, was she treated so rough.
Wondering why her existence caused her mother so much pain,
Longing for her mother's love she probably would never gain.
Wanting her mother to tell her she was a blessing,
That she was not the reason for her mother's stressing.
If there is a little girl out there that feels this way,
Just know you are one of God's angels, and he loves you more each day.
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11. What Did I Do?
- By Krista N. Davis
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2017
My name is Krista. For four years my mom and I have been raising my nieces: 7, 5, and 4. We see their heartache knowing their mom doesn't choose to be around. This poem is a way to make a 7 year old voice be heard because we know this is how they feel sometimes. Thank you. I hope you enjoy!

A Little Girl Trying To Understand Why Her Mom Left

I wake up every morning to a sky so blue
And wonder, what did I do?
I sit in my classroom only to daydream about you.
Wondering, what did I do?

I wake up every morning to a sky so blue
And wonder, what did I do?
I sit in my classroom only to daydream about you.
Wondering, what did I do?
I often question, could this be true?
Still I wonder, what did I do?
Why aren't you around to take me to the zoo?
Don't you want to go there, too?
Am I not good enough for you?
I can barely sleep because of what you've put me through.
So please tell me, Mama, what did I do?

How about I tell you a thing or two?
Because these words are long overdue.
You might have bit off more than you can chew.
Three girls without a mother because you don't know what to do!
You'll be the sad one not knowing how I grew
Or what I will amount to.

So here's your chance, what will you do?
It's time for a breakthrough.
Do you wish for a redo?
Do you love me enough to?
I hope you understand my point of view
And finally asking yourself, what did I do?

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12. Falling Tears
- By Bethann Simonson
- Published by Family Friend Poems November 2014
I wrote this poem because my mom left me when I was only 4, and I feel that there are lots of other people out there who feel the same. I wrote this because I want someone to understand how I feel.

Poem About Pain Of Being Abandoned By Mom

You left me when I was young,
Left me with my falling tears.
I felt like I was no one
For so many long painful years.

You left me when I was young,
Left me with my falling tears.
I felt like I was no one
For so many long painful years.

I cried at night when I wished you were there.
Mom, how can you do this to me?
Can't you see that it's so unfair?
My life was a horrible mess.
My heart hurt so bad, I could not rest.

These falling tears that fall.
Show that I have been through it all.
And you were the cause, because you left me.
Right now we are together, but things don't feel the same.
My heart is broken, and you are the blame.

I hope you see me crying and regret what you have done.
But right now I will live my life as a no one.
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13. Daddy's Little Girl
- By LaKandace Harris
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006
A girl cries out for the loss of her father who has left her life. All she wants is to be daddy's little girl.

Broken promises and sad goodbyes,
you left me standing all alone with tears in the well of my eyes.
In the blink of an eye, you turned your back and walked away;
often I wonder if I'm the reason you didn't stay.

Broken promises and sad goodbyes,
you left me standing all alone with tears in the well of my eyes.
In the blink of an eye, you turned your back and walked away;
often I wonder if I'm the reason you didn't stay.
Every day I dream of how perfect my life would be if you were here.
You could be my everlasting shield and protect me from all my fears.
Or whenever I'm down you would hold me in your arms and wipe away my tears,
But deep in my heart I know it will never be;
that you would walk back into my life and never leave me.
Birthdays, graduations, prom:
you've missed it all.
And it hurts so much because you didn't even bother to call.
The truth is I need you here in my life.
When I get married, I want you there to give me away to become a wife.
And when I graduate, I want to see that look of satisfaction on your face.
I don't want another man to take your place,
For there's nothing I want more in this world than to just be daddy's little girl.
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14. Dad
- By Jacqueline M. Smith
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006
A child who yearns endlessly and in vain for her father's love.

Poem About Needing A Father's Love

All those times I cried for you, you never came
Out of all the sports I played
You never showed up at one game
All of the awards I received

All those times I cried for you, you never came
Out of all the sports I played
You never showed up at one game
All of the awards I received
I never heard you clap
You were never there
For me to sit on your lap
All the times I fell
and scratched my knee
You were the one who wasn't there
To comfort me
All those times I was bored
And wanted someone to call
You still weren't there
Not there at all
I always tried to make you proud
Hoping you would love me more
but you never seemed to care
So what did I even do it for
You weren't there for any of my firsts
Might not be for any of my lasts
It's like you're not here in my present
Just like you weren't there in my past
I try to move on
But no one knows how hard it is
For your own father not to love you
As much as he loves his other kids
But I hold my head high
To keep things from looking so bad
But deep down I still wish
I had love from my dad
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15. Dear Mom
- By Katrina Randklev
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2011
I am a survivor of child sexual abuse by my father. This is one of many of my reflections on how the abuse has not only changed my life forever, but how it has completely killed any happiness in my life as well. I am 25 now, 26 next month. My father has been in prison for the last 19 years for the abuse against my brother and me. His earliest release date is for July 22, 2024. He will be 74 then. I hope to God he never lives to see outside of the prison walls.

Poem About A Miserable Life

Standing in self-hatred,
drowning in my tears.
Looking back on my life,
what I've been through the past 18 years.

Standing in self-hatred,
drowning in my tears.
Looking back on my life,
what I've been through the past 18 years.
Living in my brother's shadow,
everything I do and say,
wishing somehow things would change,
praying for a way.
Same old crap just another day,
living this evil life that was created just for me.
Starving for love, affection, and attention,
I know none of this is how it's really supposed to be.
I try to be strong,
even though I feel so weak.
Feel like just giving up,
but I won't accept that level of defeat.
Pretend like I'm always happy,
although I'm never really okay.
Waiting for this pain to end,
that I feel every stupid day.
It's hard to say what's wrong,
when nothing's going right.
Hard to keep myself going,
when I've been blinded by sight.
This pain is never ending,
it just goes on and on and on.
It's all so unbelievably real,
I just wish it all was gone.
Trying to pick myself up,
when I've fallen so far and hard.
But I don't know where I'm going,
It's all so very dark.
My heart is weak, my emotions sore,
I do my best to never let it show.
But deep down inside I feel like,
I'm dying and nobody knows.
A lot of messed up thoughts
run through my head constantly.
I just wish I didn't live
this life of MISERY!

Written by: Katrina Randklev
2007-2008
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16. Daddy Wasn't There
- By Deven T. Smith
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006
Mom, you were there for everything in my life, but daddy wasn't.

Poem Thanking Mom For Being There

you were there when I needed you
to catch me if I'd fall
but daddy didn't love me
he didn't care at all

you were there when I needed you
to catch me if I'd fall
but daddy didn't love me
he didn't care at all

when I was sick, you cured me
made sure I was ok
but daddy never did that
because he went away

you put me in this life
and were always there for me
but daddy wasn't there
it was hard for him to see

I was tucked into bed
and was kissed goodnight
but daddy was never there
to turn off the light

you held me close to you
every time I fell
but daddy didn't crack
he stayed inside his shell

so thank you, mom, for being there
even if daddy's away
I'm always here to be with you
because I know you're here to stay

I love you, mom, with all my heart
so please don't leave my side
don't turn into daddy
because daddy lied

I will always be your helper
I will always be your friend
just let me know
that your mother's comfort will never end
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17. New Life
- By Racheal E. Bartels
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006
This poem consists of a girl expressing anger at her mother for not appreciating her. She finally finds relief when she moves in with her dad.

Why can't you love me and accept me for who I am?
I always try my hardest; I do the best I can.
Can't you see how sad I've been?
The way you treated me must have been a sin.

Why can't you love me and accept me for who I am?
I always try my hardest; I do the best I can.
Can't you see how sad I've been?
The way you treated me must have been a sin.
For a long time, I've tried to make you proud.
But instead of encouraging words, I get put down.
Stop trying to live my life for me.
I'm not a kid anymore, damn it, just let me be.
You don't like my friends, boyfriend, or anything I do.
Tell me, what the hell did I ever do to you?
You married a jerk who disrespects me.
You always take his side and turn against me.
I've moved in with my dad and Joan.
They welcomed me with open arms; this is my new home.
They treat me with respect, and they love me for me.
No matter what, I'm here for them, and they're here for me.
I've never felt this happy before; happiness for me was rare.
Now that I'm happy in this new life of mine, do you even care?
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18. Dear Mom
- By Jonah
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2017
This poem is coming right from the heart. As a child, my mother had bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, which impacted my siblings and my life. There was constant upheaval and unstable lifestyles. I had to deal with being homeless, taking care of my 4 younger siblings, and moving around a lot (7 schools in 5 years). At the age of 13 my mom left us and forgot about her kids completely, leaving us to pick up the pieces.

Poem About A Mentally Ill Mother Who Abandons Her Children

Dear Mom,
Have you forgotten?

Sitting, waiting, hoping

Dear Mom,
Have you forgotten?

Sitting, waiting, hoping

Where did you go, Mom?
Did I do something wrong?

Lost, lonely, sad

Are you really gone, Mom?
I waited...
I'm with my grandparents now, Mom.
I have a room now.
Are you there, Mom?
Can you hear me?

Tired, crushed, defeated

Started school again.
It's my birthday, Mom!
It's okay, I don't need a birthday card.

Broken, lacking, sorrowful

Broke an arm, Mom.
Got a school solo.
Are you happy?

Undefined, sinking, heartbroken

Went to prom, Mom.
Had my first kiss!
Do you miss us, Mom?

Warped, torn, tangled

You're really gone now.
Why?
I'm moving on now, Mom.
I miss you.
Goodbye.

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19. Blind
- By Jack Mcifco
- Published by Family Friend Poems July 2008
This poem is how I feel. Even if I'm ashamed of it, it's a big part of my life, and it changed me.

I'm Not Like You

You are blind.
You can never see
All the anger built up in me.
I hated life,

You are blind.
You can never see
All the anger built up in me.
I hated life,
I wanted out.
You didn't care.
You would just shout.

I felt so alone,
Thought I didn't need anyone.
Turns out I just needed a mum.

The black sheep,
I was never a part,
Furthest away from your heart.
Things have changed.
I'm growing old.
I don't need you;
You still feel cold.

I'm now out of sight,
Out of mind.
I don't need you, I'll do all right.
I don't need your blessing
Or your cash.
Without your help I'll make a splash,
Land on my feet with a crash.

I'm happier than ever.
My life's brand new,
And most of all,
I'm not like you.
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20. Tell Me
- By Angie M Flores
- Published by Family Friend Poems October 2008
How do you forgive someone who can't be forgiven?

Poem About Bad Parents

Tell me how to love someone
who doesn't love me back.

Tell me how to respect someone

Tell me how to love someone
who doesn't love me back.

Tell me how to respect someone
who doesn't deserve my respect.

Tell me how to trust someone
who betrayed me so badly.

Tell me how to care for someone
who never cared about me.

Tell me how to speak nicely to someone
who only spoke down to me with bad words.

Tell me how to get along with someone
who brought me nothing but endless tears.

Tell me how to get close to someone
who caused me so much pain.

Tell me how to forgive someone
who hurt me so severely.

Tell me how to open my heart to someone
who broke it to pieces too many times.

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Anger Poems

Powerful Poems about Hard Times

91 Raw and Angry Poems about Abandonment

1. Mother To Son

Langston Hughes was a prominent writer during the Harlem Renaissance. In this poem, a mother uses the metaphor of life being like a staircase to give advice to her son. While there are difficult times, you must keep moving like you would while walking up a staircase.

2. I Needed You

Not receiving the love that one needs from their mother.

3. Always My Father But Never My Dad

I dedicate this to my real father because he was never there as I was growing up, so my mom's ex treated me like I was his and that's why I call him daddy because he's the one that I actually had!

4. Last Chance

A poem to her dad from a daughter who is slipping away before his eyes.

5. I'm Sorry

Sorry for the way I behave.

6. A Smile To Remember

7. Forget

8. The Way It Was

I would just like my daughters back in my life.

9. A Letter To My Dad

My dad has been in and out of my life, and it hurt me deeply because he has other kids, and I always felt like the one kid he never really wanted. I turned to poetry because it gave me the opportunity to express my thoughts and emotions in a good way,

10. A Grieving Daughter

This poem is to give every hurting little girl confirmation that no matter what you've been told or have been through, your heavenly Father will always love you.

11. What Did I Do?

My name is Krista. For four years my mom and I have been raising my nieces: 7, 5, and 4. We see their heartache knowing their mom doesn't choose to be around. This poem is a way to make a 7 year old voice be heard because we know this is how they feel sometimes. Thank you. I hope you enjoy!

12. Falling Tears

I wrote this poem because my mom left me when I was only 4, and I feel that there are lots of other people out there who feel the same. I wrote this because I want someone to understand how I feel.

13. Daddy's Little Girl

A girl cries out for the loss of her father who has left her life. All she wants is to be daddy's little girl.

14. Dad

A child who yearns endlessly and in vain for her father's love.

15. Dear Mom

16. Daddy Wasn't There

Mom, you were there for everything in my life, but daddy wasn't.

17. New Life

This poem consists of a girl expressing anger at her mother for not appreciating her. She finally finds relief when she moves in with her dad.

18. Dear Mom

19. Blind

This poem is how I feel. Even if I'm ashamed of it, it's a big part of my life, and it changed me.

20. Tell Me

How do you forgive someone who can't be forgiven?