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The old man
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The old man |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA 
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The old man He was lying on the sidewalk Looking old and frail and sad The little boy said Mister Are you feeling bad? You look so cold and look so old Can I do anything to help? The old man could hardly whisper I'm OK he said though he was almost dead The little boy took off his coat; it was his very best And spread it carefully on the old man's chest. Maybe this will help a little bit the little boy said I don't really need it Cause I have other coats at home Maybe it will keep you warm until some help comes along. The old man whispered in a low tone of joy God bless you little boy, you're the finest boy I've ever known Then the old man turned his head and died. Newell Elsworth Usher Silver Streak of Silver Springs, Florida June 23, 2000 Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Chrissy Member
since 2002-01-24
Posts 81Idaho, no I am not a farmer! |
Wow. im sitting here, holding back tears...and all I can think of is Wow..Kindness goes a lot way...This is so great. Thanks for the lesson. Dance like noone is watching |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thanks, Chrissy for your kind thoughts.  -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
Newell: you are a truly talented poet! I enjoyed the read very much .. ~Roniece~ Bravo~ |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you, Roniece, for you very kind remarks. I am truly humbled and honored. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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N orth Carolina Girl Senior Member
since 2001-12-04
Posts 962NC,USA |
Newell,so sad but very touching.  Juanita |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
Newell. this is a most touching story, so heartwarming to think that there are still people out there that are that kind. Nice write. floria Floria |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you, Juanita, for your kind thoughts. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you, floria for your kind thoughts. Yes, there are many wonderful people, and many wonderful children. In fact, there are more good ones, I believe than bad ones. And when we teach them love, by example and words, and then reward them for loving, to show we really mean it, I believe it's hard for a child not to be good. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com Copyright: 2002 Newell Elsworth Usher [This message has been edited by Silver Streak (02-02-2002 10:09 AM).] |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
How very touching. I so hate to think of homeless people,and the little boy is such an example for the way we should all treat eachother. Sandra |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you, Sandra for you kind words. I agree. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*sigh* oh shoot you know this poem made me cry....Oh my gosh...this poem is so sadly beautiful...does that make sense...**big big hugs**  I love it. You touch the heart of this reader.Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you, Karen. Your tears are pearls. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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sodpossom Senior Member
since 2001-06-15
Posts 723N.C |
Sad and very moving!Nicely done! |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Newell darling boy this is utterly utterly outstanding. You made me cry darling boy, such an act of love from the little boy. Truly this is one fabulous story you've written, utterly outstanding. And maybe the love that shines in this poem will reflect into the readers hearts and we shall see some amazing beam of pure love coming from all over the world. Triggered by this amazing piece from you. It will pour through the cosmos and mingle with HIS love and light and HE will smile with joy. This is utterly excellent I love it darling boy, truly I do. And even if this just stirs one heart and it stirred mine, it will not have existed in vain. Absolutely fabulous writing from you    Love and warm stuff As always Mushy To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace St John ch2 v1 |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless that sweet little boy, sweet friend, this poem had me crying both in sadness of his loss but also in joy to feel a true friend reach out to offer him a gift of love before his passing! (big hugggsssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, you have me floding in tears now, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Newell, thank you for sharing!    May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you, Marsha, for your sweet loving kindness. I love you, Mushy. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you sweet Noah for your kind and loving thoughts. -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Thank you, sodpossom, for you kind thoughts. Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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