A Child Called "It"
Dave Pelzer
David's story
David is a young boy that lived in Daly City, California, his story is unforgettable. David used to have a loving and caring family, until one day his mother completely changed. She became an alcoholic and would always abuse David. He also had two other brothers and his father which was his hero. He looked up to him and wanted to be just like him when he grew up. First of all, his mother made him do all the chores in the house, he rarely ever got food or new cloths, and wasn't even able to sleep in his own bed, he had to sleep in an old army cot in the basement. Besides this, as if it wasn't enough, David's mother would also play "games" on him to see if he could survive them. He had to use his head and think of ways to live. For example, one time, she turned on the stove and forced his arm on the flames, yet still wanted to put his whole body on it and severely burn him. He suffered a terrible and an unthinkable life. But, most importantly, David never gave up.
Dave Pelzer as a child
This is a picture of when David was a small boy. This little boy looks like he doesn't know anything, even though he probably knows more than us.He had to plan out and think of every single little thing he did, otherwise he could get a beating by his mom, no child should have to live like this.
Dave Pelzer's inspiring words
All of David's life, he simply wanted to friend he could play with and talk to. He has tried to fit in to what they want, not what he really is. This is one of the many lessons he has learned throughout his life.
Dave's mother
This picture is one of the only real photos of Dave's mother. She may look innocent and not harmful, but she was the exact opposite. She hurt her son and may have still never learned her lesson.
David's solution
Dave Pelzer was always getting beat up and could't stop his evil mothers rage. He even got picked on and bullied at school, yet it was still better than being at "the house." David was always alone and didn't have anyone to talk to. He was tired of being his mothers slave and needed to escape. As a result, she gave him the choice to leave, thinking he wouldn't be able to survive in the world by himself, but he took a chance and went for it. He left to a bar and met someone who fed him and was very nice, but also called the police. When the police arrived they took David into the police station. This led to them asking him questions about what him mother does to him and how she does it. Therefore, David decided to open up to them and tell the truth, he was finally free.
Dave Pelzer - Heres My Story