This is a poem depicting the pain and anguish of a victim of domestic violence, who in turn, looks for a way to free herself from the clutches of a painful and violent relationship. What that woman realizes is that there is only one way, and daringly, she opts for that only way to protect herself against domestic violence!Many women suffer the ordeal of domestic violence, many of them fail to make a voice, often women are forced to accept violence and injustice against them as a way of life. There are many facets of domestic violence against women and that includes, wife beating, honor killing, female foeticide, Dowry killing, rapes and many more.. I don't know if there is anyway to create a society where no such incidence will ever occur. I sincerely doubt it. Because violence or crime against women is no different then violence or crime against humanity. And the fact is, crime and violence is just another facet of humanity. It is an incurable disease for humanity. Love Isn't Supposed to Hurt A smile on my faceA twinkle in my eyeThe makeup covers the marksIt disguises the pain inside.We act so in love A perfect match frozen in timeBut behind closed doors You destroy my body, soul, and mind.It began with you saying you would never hurt meAnd I fell into every wordThen you told me you hit me because you love meI was already so broken down, The threats you made controlled my life My body bruised and bleeding You told me you did it for my own goodThat love was your only reason.I remember the rug burns Etched into my face that nightI huddled in the corner Clinging to my life,You screamed and yelled And kicked my bodyYou told me I was whore You told me I should like the abuseYou said you would beat me till I begged for more.But I begged the wrong words, I begged you stopSo you keep doing what you know best, You pulled me up by my hair Dragged me across the room, I could cry no more, My eyes ran dryI was alone in a world of painYou laughed so loud Looking down on meYou loved me helpless and weakYou told me “you’re welcome”I got what I deservedYou hugged me and kissed my cheek.I went to bed with you that night And laying there I knew I was stuckYou had complete control of my life.My blood ran cold,My heart started skipping beats, I felt the pain turn into anger It exploded inside of me.I rolled over quietly, Opened the drawer, Looking in I knew, I told you I didn’t like you having guns, But this would be my time to thank you.I watched you sleeping, You chest breathing up and downI swear you smiled As I recalled our loveI needed to break free, I held the barrel close to your headAnd a wave of happiness washed over me.It was the first real smile to appear on my face, This one was not covering up our lies, I laughed out loud like I have heard you do So many times before.You’re eyes started to openBut you had no time to react, I stated the words “I’m doing this because I love you”And my finger on the trigger pulled back.It was all in slow motion as I watch your skull shatterAnd your blood spit back on my face, I had to lick my lips and taste your bloodBecause so many times before Your saliva took its place.The pillow your head laid on Drank up your blood so quick I think it was thankful it wasn’t my tearsAnd I smiled at the thought of it.I watched your body for a whileYour breathing was no moreYour face was unrecognizable It was a sight I just adored.I put the gun to the side And I laid near your corpseThere was no more fear running through my mindAnd I would soon drift off to sleepYou told me you hurt me for my own goodAnd no one would ever love me like you canAnd I thought how ironic it was and how trueBecause no one would ever love me like you didAnd I was comforted by the thoughtThat no one ever would…
