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What an incredibly powerful poem. You have translated the experience so well and I'm sure that it helps to release some of the emotion that comes with what you see. I have worked with women whose job it was to work the streets or dance at the clubs, being owned by someone or bought by another is not glamorous. The watered down version of their lives is what the general public sees and hears. It is important to find ways to debrief and support yourself after doing what you do. In the capacity of my work with abuse, victimization and other support roles, I found writing about my feelings was necessary in order to continue. Thank you for bringing the issues to the forefront. Please take care of self and continue to be inspired by the people and places you see. For some, turning a blind eye is not an option, what you have taken on is truly appreciated.

Lisa,

Hi! I just wanted to say what a wonderful person you are and it was great to hear you speak in Fargo, ND. I did not know how many issues were out there concerning women and how they are treated .It made me cry a little when you spoke about the yr olds that were forced to marry men 2-3x their age. It's great to hear that your sister is doing well after her ordal in korea. Keep up the great work.

kelli

wow this is a very striking poem.
i think it really captures the brutality and harshness of the situation.
thank you lisa

David

I have to admit i kinda cringed at some of the words you wrote but as the poem progressed they became powerful and powerful until i actually felt that girl's pain. So sad. We have so many girls like her in this world and you're rite we call them 'dirty whores' not bothering to peek into their souls. We just see their usd up body on display and think we have the right to judge them. No woman or human being for that matter could enjoy selling their body on the street.
Thankyou for sharing this. Its strange but i feel enlightened

lisa, you're an amazing and brave person.
why are people so ignorant and have the nerve to write something harsh and rude?
if you dont appreciate this poem or her. whats the point of reading it in the first place?
there is honestly no need for any dislikes. we all came on her site because we know shes doing good in the world. and we should just leave it at that.
and if you didnt like her. why are you wasting your time and energy?

You can see that Lisa wrote this in anger for what she has seen. Unapologetically real.

Lisa I have loved you for years. resist all negative comments you and your sister have a lot of courage for going places that most people do not even know about. If it were not for people like you these stiries would not have a voice

Lisa, You are so inspiring. I dream of writing and pursuing a career just as yours. How do I get in touch with you for questions on your amazing accomplishments? Utterly inspiring. The missions you have accomplished drive me to do more with my life. Continue always. Thank you for your inspiration.

Great poem. You have really illustrated the harsh realities extremely well. Why is it in America everytime we begin to open up and express ourselves truthfully, do we have one drunken person/poster writing some ridiculous rant. In some ways, our freedoms are being violated by the very people who live in our own country.

Keep up the great work Lisa.