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Children Weep...I hope you have time to read this one
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Children Weep...I hope you have time to read this one |
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Auguste 
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea 
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Children Weep by Michael Auguste It's so often easy for me To write of love and speak of dreams And I'll even write a fun poem Avoid the serious, it seems Yes, we all want entertainment Life's too serious as it is But some things I feel must be said And so I'd like to tell you this So many bright-eyed children weep In fear, in hunger and much more Their lives are broken, and they, too Such sadness comes with being poor Their clothes are secondhand, at best And other kids so like to pick Their precious hearts find little rest There is no doctor when they're sick Their meal is beans, or rice, what's cheap A diet that will not help them grow They're all around us, yet we're blind These tiny ones with hearts aglow And we spend so much at Christmas A celebration it must be So many gifts and stacked so high While for some kids there is no tree We push our plate back, we're too full We fret when we stain our new shirt Some children raid dumpsters for food Because their empty stomachs hurt How dare we forget such as these And not give them a chance to dream Not feed them so that they can sleep They're not like us, so it would seem But just like us, each one of them With eyes that shine and smiles that light Your heart up like a Chriistmas tree Keep them in mind, please don't lose sight At least supply their basic needs Toys, clothes and some food to eat A doctor when they come down sick And in the winter, give them heat But most of all, give them yourself Don't hide your heart, please show you care And let them know their valued much And of your willingness to share So blessed we are that we forget That others struggle just to eat As we live air conditioned lives And live in homes with central heat This poem's not meant to worry you But only open eyes to see How precious all these children are Each child could have been you or me |
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ladysixstring Member
since 2000-07-27
Posts 374 |
I thought this was beautiful and a very important message. Only one thing left out... I'd like to post the following URL: http://www.compassioninternational.com for Compassion International. If any of you would like to make a difference for one of these children, here is a great place to do it. This is not group sponsorship. You have one child and that child has only you. You are encouraged to write to, share photos with, and pray for your child. It's an unbelievable experince!!< !signature--> -jaimie Website: www.ladysixstring.com [This message has been edited by ladysixstring (edited 08-21-2000).] |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Michael, this is so touching, and sad, and thought-provoking. I know what you feel, I feel it every day. I see children like this all the time...it's probably why I'm usually depressed. lady, thanks for the link...we can all help. |
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American Princess Junior Member
since 2000-08-21
Posts 49USA |
Michael, What a thought provoking poem. It needed to be said. Everyone takes their blessings for granted. Thank you for sharing this. American Princess |
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Irie Senior Member
since 1999-12-01
Posts 1493Washington State |
Very powerful words here Michael, and such a sad truth! Makes me feel guilty for wanting a new truck and whinning because I can't get it! Shame on me! We are very fortunate......very! And Lady....thanks for the link.... I think I'll check it out. Eye opener indeed! Thank you. ~Sheri |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Thank you for posting this very well done reminder of the children who have so little. |
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ladysixstring Member
since 2000-07-27
Posts 374 |
I just popped in to read this again. It doesn't just get you thinking... it gets you "feeling"!!!< !signature--> -jaimie Website: www.ladysixstring.com [This message has been edited by ladysixstring (edited 08-21-2000).] |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Jaimie, I'm glad to poem did what I intended it to, make us all pause to think...I appreciate you providing the link for all of us to use. I hope your evening is a very nice one, my friend. Take care, Michael |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
passing shadows American Princess, Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you were able to get something out of this. Take care, Michael |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Irie, Thanks for the reply and yes, it certainly does make us think about the many blessings in our lives. Michael |
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English Rose Member
since 2000-08-20
Posts 211Berkshire, England |
I have multiple sclerosis...I have arthritis in my joints and the base of my spine...I have pain 24hrs of every day for the rest of my life...............I also have a roof over my head, a warm bed at night, a family to look to, and money in my purse.......... I thank God for small mercies!!! |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Martie, I thank you for finding the time to read this one. Michael |
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Dee Member Elite
since 2000-08-19
Posts 2330Queensland, Australia |
Micheal, I guess I'm biased but I am always touched by your words. And when it's a topic we all need to be reminded of, even better. Love, Dee |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Debbie, Yes, even with our own problems, and many they can often be, it's good to remember how blessed we truly are. Michael |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Hi Dee, Thank you for the nice words. It's so good to see you posting here. Michael |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
Oh Michael, this touched me in a big way. I have 2 little grandchildren living in a very poor situation, and though I do my best to make it better, it often feels hopeless. I wish this world would care more about the children. Thank God at least my babies have a home and food, but not much else. Long story...Anyway, this is such an important issue, and thank you for the poem. Catalinamoon |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
"But most of all, give them yourself Don't hide your heart, please show you care And let them know their valued much And of your willingness to share" Amen. It is not the fault of our world's children that they are hungry...it is the fault of our world's adults. Michael, thank you for sharing this candid account of a very real situation. ~ Claire Could a greater miracle take place than for us to look through each other's eyes for an instant?......Henry David Thoreau |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
catalinamoon and Claire, Unfortunately, we can't depend on the world the care enough about children. Therefore it is up to each one of us to ensure that these most precious of all are taken care of. Thanks for the replies and I hope your evenings are good ones. Michael |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
This is probably one of the most beautiful posts I have read while here at Passions. Beautiful verse and format....but the message is so much more. Thank you for sharing this and making us all feel your words instead of just reading them. I applaud your heart. |
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Jenn E Senior Member
since 2000-08-02
Posts 589Kelowna, BC, Canada |
This was almost hard to read, in a good way. Thank you for sharing these truth filled words with us. This touched my heart deeply. Beautiful poem here, written with a loving heart. Jenn E |
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susanbartee Member
since 2000-08-15
Posts 119Channelview, TX USA |
Such a sad subject, yet something that we all need to stop and think about more often. Written with such heart. Thank you for the reminder. I will visit the website stated in the replies. |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Mark, Jenn, Susan, I appreciate all of you stopping by to read this one. I'm glad to know that each of you were able to get something from it...thank you, friends Michael |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Hey Michael good message I think you put it across very well...keep up the good work!! |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
ethome, Thanks for the reply...yes, it was my intention to raise awareness about children in poverty... Michael |
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Paula Finn Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546missouri |
Michael...most everyone who reads me knows how children touch my heart...this just says again that kids are our future...not just your children or my children...ALL CHILDREN |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Hi Paula, Thank you for stopping by. I agree with you completely and don't think I could've voiced it any better than you just did...."Children are our future...ALL CHILDREN" I hope your day is a special one, my friend. Michael |
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oh2beme Member
since 2000-07-24
Posts 215NV USA |
You are a wonderful person!!!!!!!! To take the time to help others stop and remember those less fortunate than ourselves. It is so hard, but those little lives are so innocent and did not ask to be brought into this world. Thank you for the eye-opener. It was a great way to start my day!!! hugs and kisses to you. |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Thanks for a great post Michael. Its helped me to open my eyes and reach out just where I am. Be well Keth. "It is the image in the mind that links us to lost treasures; but it is the loss that shapes the image, gathers the flowers weaves the garland."- |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
oh2beme & Keth, Thank you both. I'm glad to see you two get something out of this poem and I wish you all my best. Take care. Michael |
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