Quiet Prisoner
Violent Victory
Jenny was a quiet girl
She never made a sound
She grew up in a violent world
With no help to be found
Her daddy kept her locked up tight
When no one was around
Would visit her, late, late at night
And beat her to the ground
One night he made his way upstairs
Silently, stood at her door
Listened as she said her prayers
Watched for the lights across the floor
When it was dark, he stepped inside
But, she was bent on keeping score
She sprayed some fluid in his eyes
And grabbed the gun tucked in her drawer
No one heard a sound that night
She made him silent, too
She took the chance to take her flight
And finally left her room
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Kelli Sheckler-Amsden
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Once upon a time, there was a young woman named Sophia who had been in a loving relationship with her partner, Jack, for several years. They had shared countless memories, laughter, and adventures together, and Sophia thought their love would last a lifetime.
By shadepretty7 days ago in Poets
Comments (8)
Lyrical, like a nursery rhyme with dread import, as many such nursery rhymes have done before. Just one question. How did she get the gun & him not notice?
Good on Jenny!
He got what he did deserve.
Way to go, Jenny! He deserved it!
Brutally appropriate ! 🥰
Wow. Good for her.
A provocative and engaging piece Kelli and done so well! Go Jenny!
Nice Halloween story, The ending, I am glad she got free