He hit her in such moment
Of vulnerability
An episode of such stress
Triggered by PTSD
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Richard, this is absolutely amazing. Yes, I understand that PTSD does cause memory problems, perhaps to the point that the person suffering can no longer understand any motivation for behaviour. This poem, particularly that last stanza, captures this dark, stark reality. This one goes to myfavourites.
M.J., I am humbled and greatly flattered. Thank you so much for the inspiration!
So much intensity for a broken life, war and it's after effects are truly a on earth - a 10