Silent killer

by Walter   Mar 13, 2018


I've noticed you seem to be quiet
Involved only within your work
And I know you're new and don't know anyone
Since starting here as a clerk

But there is just something about you
That I think you're trying to hide
Though you act in control and efficient
I sense a different story inside

I'm curious as to why you limp
When I see you walk to your seat
And why you decide to wear long sleeves
In the middle of this summer heat

Wearing more makeup than normal
And your hair always covers your face
You try to avoid all conversation
And keep to your personal space

That time I tried to approach you
I wanted to ask if you were alright
As you fake smile with no eye contact
I can sense your desperate plight

I feel there’s nothing more I can say
And even less that I can do
I'm so angry when I see you so fragile
That someone could do this to you

    report violation
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  • 6 years ago

    by Brenda

    Walter, it is so hard knowing someone is in that position and not being able to do anything. Continue to offer your friendship, let them know they aren't alone. Well done with this -

    • 6 years ago

      by Walter

      Thanks Brenda and yes, I work with wonderful supportive people who have got her in touch with our H/R counsellor.

  • 6 years ago

    by Em (marmite)

    Unfortunately I have been this person you describe hiding things - my face and body more so and it's not pretty when you know people know and want to help but you're top afraid to ask for it for fear of what your domestic abusive partner will do it makes your whole body ache with grief not for someone passed away but the person you used to be thankfully I am one of those that came out the other side

    • 6 years ago

      by Walter

      Em, this makes me so sad to hear that you were a victim of this. I am so sorry and at least feel some relief when you say you managed to escape. I can only wish that you are no longer in any danger.

  • 6 years ago

    by Kitty Cat Lady

    Oh Walter this is so sad :-( domestic violence is indeed a silent killer and it's so hard to help someone when the nature of the abuse has taught then to be so closed off to others.
    If this were an actual situation, I'd keep trying to reach out, or maybe confide in a female co worker to see if she could break through.
    Flawless rhyming as always :-) x
    =^.^=

    • 6 years ago

      by Walter

      It is very sad Kitty especially at how common this seems to happens these days. It's beyond me how anyone could even imagine doing this to a person. Thanks kindly for your comments. x

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