Silent Scream of Pain

Julie Richards
The children sleep together on a mattress on the floor

Their single mother crying as she watches from the door

Their little bodies shaking under blankets that are thin

Waiting for the sunlight to let some heat back in

The winter's long

The pay is lame

The father's gone

But no-one hears the silent scream of pain

Published by Julie Richards

Richards is a freelance writer living in rural Ohio. She has written numerous e-books on art, real estate and meditation. Richards topic content include gardening, cooking and home improvement. Richards spec...  View profile

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