13/03/2025
"BROKEN BONDS"
A once, happy family lived in a small home, filled with laughter and love. They shared simple joys, meals together, and dreams of a bright future. A framed family picture hung on their wall, symbolizing their unity.
But over time, things began to change. The father, once caring and hardworking, started drinking heavily. At first, it was occasional, but soon, alcohol became his escape. He came home late, distant, and short-tempered. The warmth in their home faded, replaced by tension and fear.
One night, the mother confronted him, pleading for him to stop. Words turned to shouting, and shouting turned to violence. The child, once full of joy, now trembled in the shadows, afraid to speak, afraid to cry. The family picture once a reminder of love, fell to the ground and shattered, just like their bond.
Neighbors heard, but no one intervened. The cycle of pain continued, hidden behind closed doors. The mother hoped for change, but with every broken promise, the home they once knew drifted further away.
Illustrated by:
Rhian Ashlee S. Gerundio
