Pootsie

<p>Growing up should be a time of joy and discovery but for many children the weight of trauma can overshadow those formative years leaving them isolated and struggling to cope. Pootsie '' a powerful coming-of -age story that uncovers the profound impacts of trauma on a child's life. It bravely explores the multifaceted nature of childhood suffering and resilience illustrating how a child left to navigate the world alone confronts challenges that no one should endure. Through Pootsie you'll gain a deeper understanding of the emotional landscapes shaped by trauma shedding light on the urgent need for compassion and support in our communities.<br />Pootsie<br />Conceived through trauma hated by her mother<br />Victim of her stepfather shamed by others<br />Hi could you do me a favor and just love me?<br />She grew up a hard life crying every night<br />Her days were filled with struggles she had to learn to fight<br />Where did you go? Doesn't anybody love me?<br />She was left alone she went unnoticed<br />Was she disappearing or just losing focus?<br />So many signs went ignored she grieved alone behind closed doors.<br />God please make them love me</p>