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The threat

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By Heather ScottPublished about a year ago Updated about a year ago 1 min read
The threat
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You crossed my line, when you threatened me.

Violence is not justified.

That day was the turning point.

No need for 'time will tell.'

Thoughts alone kill trust.

My line was firm.

You crossed it,

not me.

Done.

Familyheartbreak

About the Creator

Heather Scott

Writing, to keep my sanity and make some sense of the world, while keeping watch over my five children as a single parent.

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  • Andrea Corwin about a year ago

    Done for sure!! 😬 I’m subscribing if you like my poetry and fiction you can consider subscribing to me. Live your poetry!!

  • T. Lichtabout a year ago

    Wow. That's powerful.

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