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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia 
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LONESOME No one knows the feeling until it comes inside And though you might seem happy, it sits there by your side It’s something people would not know unless you were to say It’s something that can break your heart if it were left to stay Some people think it’s normal, they know no different way They do not realize what exists and could be theirs each day They rarely intermingle or share what’s in their heart They slowly fall in loneliness that pulls their world apart It’s something that so many know, which leads them down a path That’s filled with such devouring ways that builds an aftermath And then might come depression and world that’s not so nice A door that’s closed to happiness; now none should pay that price They're filled with such confusion, with some days hard to cope But people they need people and dreams that give them hope So take a hand and feel the warmth of friendship and of care For everyone upon this earth is blessed by what is there Take a chance and give a smile and tell the lonesome side to leave Venture out and have a go and in yourself believe Find what waits, then smile and laugh as many others do Then loneliness will leave your life and friends will come to you Happiness is waiting, with love and special thoughts Loneliness sits lingering and lives on pain of sorts So brave the day and brave the voice to say hello and speak For that is when the lonesome heart, a better path will seek And happiness will fill your days and friends will fill your heart Loneliness will be dismissed and better times will start Each day will shine and flowers grow, your time will seem a gift And all that lies in front to block with goodness seems to shift ------------------------------------------ Loneliness is so sad in condition Unhappy we are, when in that position So kick up your heals and open your heart Then all that is hurting, will simply depart |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Wonderful and wise write, dear Rick. I agree totally with you. It's strange sometimes we long to be alone, but true loneliness is a tremendous state to be in. I think there are many lonesome people around, especially elderly people, and if they don't open up themselves, we really ought to help them and show that we care and induce them to communicate. Thank you dear Rick for this poem, it should hang in the churches at the entrance, in hospitals and sent to people like a sort of circular letter. Love, Margherita  "Love is the One who masters all things; |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
strongly concur...reminds me of General Booth of Salvation Army fame who could not make the attendance at a large convention and sent a telegram to the host of congregants that portrayed his philosophy. It had only one word..."Others" You have pointed your reader into doing...for others. Thank you for sharing. "people they need people and dreams that give them hope" -- great line |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Rick, You write well of the meaning of loniness, and also taking ones hand when so. So much here to digess and ponder. Great write, enjoyed it muchly... BC |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Rick~  'So take a hand and feel the warmth of friendship and of care For everyone upon this earth is blessed by what is there Take a chance and give a smile and tell the lonesome side to leave Venture out and have a go and in yourself believe' Oh yeah, there is hope in these lines~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ Thank you for your thoughts, good looking~  ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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Ada'Do'Lis'Do'Ti Junior Member
since 2006-07-04
Posts 24germany |
Speechless. If every day is blessed, why do I feel so depressed. |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Marge is right...just as you are..some very positive lines. Thanx for the hope that you give to us. |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
They're filled with such confusion, with some days hard to cope But people they need people and dreams that give them hope So take a hand and feel the warmth of friendship and of care For everyone upon this earth is blessed by what is there Rick, that is such a great poem, written as only you could write it. Take a bow my friend and keep writing poems like that. Lindsay |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
Hello lovely Rick... your words are filled with such wisdom .. I like this very much.. love RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
To you all my very good friends, thank you so much for your wonderful comments here, each one was so very much appreciated and heart felt, this is such a lovely place to visit and feel at home, be well you all and take care, have a great week ahead. Sincerely Rick |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Rick, Your poetry uplifts me so often. It always seems to hold a positive message that I can carry with me through my day. This is one like that. I come and read sometimes when the lonely feeling brushes me and I find comfort in the words and thoughts. I found it today right here. Alison |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Alison, you are a gem to behold my friend, thank you for your visit here and your wonderful comments, as always so very much appreciated. Rick |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
I feel this so much, I am the lonesome you speak of. But I am trying..always, to find a way out of it. |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Sandra, most of us carry the loneiness inside of us, it becomes a part of our days and lives, I wish you companionship and happiness my friend. Thank you so much for replying to my poem, always very much appreciated and heart felt. Sincerely Rick |
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