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A simple word, the slightest gesture
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A simple word, the slightest gesture |
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RSWells Member Elite
since 2001-06-17
Posts 2533
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Some innocence is never truly lost, despite lifes penitence demanding guilt as cost. I've seen the downtrodden thought unclean in light of day sheen in slightest laudin' of a kind word sent their way. Timid illegal immigrants unsettled and distressed glimmer when a smile is lent proud medal on their chests. Old warriors forgotten, aging, angry and alone, fold like laundered cotton when engaged in tender tones. Men penalized assumin' by their captors that 'er long the dehuminizing gloom's the last chapter for their wrongs, till they realize there looms yet untapped a Love that's strong, yes I've surprized the doomed for I've led such men in song. Women some call whores lives just weepholes, childrens cries, lights dimmin' on such poor but I've seen such people rise, not a hymn I'm askin' for but we reap what's fertilized, to the grim please help restore peaceful sleep to mother's eyes. The homeless in their plight, the insane who roam the street, the troubled with no rights, old exposed to cold and heat, children lost from sight, those the law mistreats, let's the hungry reunite with a simple bite to eat. There are times we cannot cope, lose our footing on lifes soap, help the downcast when they mope, balance others their tightropes, we all have it in our scope to even out the slippery slope, then I'll be there when you grope, you know me, my name is Hope. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
There is always so much to glean from your pennings, I hope you continue to bring them here to share... well done Sir... |
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wpwpoet Member
since 2001-07-25
Posts 99 |
it is comforting to know there are poeople who care in this lonely world... peace love and understanding...wpwpoet |
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Voiceless Senior Member
since 2001-02-19
Posts 686Under the stars upon the wind |
Hope, is the only thing you got sometimes. This was written great, the point was great, and the poem was, you guessed it, great! Freedom is not Free (Korean War memorial) |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
RHWells, A good write with a good humor. Enjoyed |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Women some call whores lives just weepholes, childrens cries, lights dimmin' on such poor but I've seen such people rise, not a hymn I'm askin' for but we reap what's fertilized, to the grim please help restore peaceful sleep to mother's eyes. The homeless in their plight, the insane who roam the street, the troubled with no rights, old exposed to cold and heat, children lost from sight, those the law mistreats, let's the hungry reunite with a simple bite to eat. ============================== those who see that which most choose to close their eyes to..do indeed offer a light and hope. sincere, kind intend here Richard...thank you  I know no one is to blame |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
RSWells~ 'but we reap what's fertilized' I found so many lines that moved me in this piece~ This is a touching write~ I am touched by your thoughts~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
THis is clearly the writing of one who has truly lived to the fullest measure. Your wisdom is penned in wonderful phrases. I enjoyed this piece very much. It is very moving and thought provoking Liz |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Like a fine wine Richard, you are not getting older just better with each poem you write, and this as Elizabeth says shows that you have tasted life. From he who drank from cups of tin and gold and don't care which is handed you, I salute you on this one. (and oh that they should all hear you really sing!) This is my all time favorite now! ~ To see real beauty you must look with your heart ~ |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Well darn it, this is too moving a piece and a reminder to us all to be human to be buried, so shoot me I bumped it so people can read it and feel these words, as they have to be felt! |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
You are so right. Clearly you understand the meaning of hope. A priceless essence to all of us, regardless of circumstance. Wonderful read and message. Sincerely, Regina |
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