Barbara Hart's Page

The Lives of Abused and Battered Women
reviewed by Irene Brautigam

Barbara

I have just finished reading your book with a box of tissues beside me. I must say that although I have had some bad relationships in my life, I really felt your pain to be greater and women everywhere should be thankful that you h… Continue

You may look down on me.
You may even critize me.
You may scandalize my name.
I will still expect my claim to success and fame.
You may act as if hurting my feelings is a game.
You may do all that you can to make me shame.
You may commit acts and try to make me the blame.
I will hold on to my dignity just the same.
Reaching the high calling of God, is what I aim.
I don't have to act like a wild animal, I'm tame.
I will try to stay focused, my plan is to leave the same way or better than I came.… Continue

Heart Boosting Poetry

By Barbara Hart



From the author of The Lives of Battered and Abused Women we get a book of inspirational and thought provoking poetry that will not only make the reader smile but take a long hard look at life and its ups and downs. In this compilation of poe… Continue

Inspirational, courageous and brilliantly written, October 19, 2009

By Fran Lewis "Fran and Bertha" - See all my reviews

The Lives of Abused and Battered Women
By Author: Barbara Ann Hart

Reviewed by Fran Lewis

When a woman believes that it is okay to become someone's punching bag she is sending hersel… Continue

"Believe in yourself"
Sometimes we have to believe in ourselves.
Many will settle for us to stay hidden on a shelf.
We have to step out in faith, in order for the race to be run.
It may not be a game, nor a whole lot of fun.
Atleast! The battle will have begun.
We will be proud of ourselves, knowing that we've done all that we can do.
What a glorious day when our lives seem more sunny and blue.
Man will let us down, but God will be there for you.
Never give up on you, your hopes and dreams, so g… Continue