A new poem from Melanie.
loves
supports
not controls
•
love
uses hands
to hold and caress
not to punch
or bind
or bruise
•
“love”
is never
an excuse
for any kind
of abuse
~Melanie Thomason
love
October 3, 2015
Art and the philosophy of life
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Comments on: "love" (5)
Since this is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, you poem is not only well done but timely. Hugs, Barbara
Hi Barbara:) Hope all is well. Melanie is a great poet. Artists4Peace is focusing on Domestic Violence this month.
Thank you, lady woman 🙂
Thank you Barbara 🙂
Hugs back, Melanie
🙂