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Tears In His Eyes

There was a Homeless guy on the corner holding a sign It said I need some help, I'm running out of time So I stopped and asked him, how come and why He told me he has cancer and he might have to die He needs to have surgery to remove a tumor from behind his eye Should I believe him, it could all be a lie He said he has three kids and a wife And can't afford to go under the knife because of the price If he doesn't get it done soon, he will no longer exist I had this overwhelming feeling to help, I just couldn't resist The tears in his eyes made me believe he was telling the truth I know longer needed anymore proof He said he was unable to work due to his condition The tumor had started to make him lose most of his vision So I pulled out my wallet and I helped him out Isn't that what kindness is all about I hate to see people go without They are people too, it's the least we could do Even if what there telling us, is not completely true Faith in humanity needs to be restored So please everybody, jump on board There down on there luck and need a little help Have a little sympathy, the kind that I felt

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 2/13/2019 10:04:00 PM
You're my kind of people. ;)
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Date: 11/25/2018 10:22:00 PM
Yes, a small act of kindness makes a big difference. If many thought like you, the world would be a better place indeed. Your words tug deeply at my heart. So beautiful and tender. ~ Brandy
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Mike Grant
Date: 11/26/2018 6:44:00 PM
Thank you so much Brandy!
Date: 11/25/2018 4:55:00 PM
A touching piece. Wether true or not I’m sure the gift was appreciated. ;0)
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Date: 11/25/2018 3:33:00 PM
Beautifully done, in life, and in the form of a poem. A FAV for me.
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Mike Grant
Date: 11/25/2018 7:04:00 PM
Thanks Caren it was a change from some of my other stuff don't ya think!
Date: 11/25/2018 3:26:00 PM
Great poem Mike..
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Mike Grant
Date: 12/27/2018 9:34:00 PM
Thank you!
Date: 11/25/2018 12:42:00 PM
Mike, this is a very nice poem with a significant message. One thing is true, health costs can trap someone into losing all they have, the way it is lately. Thanks for sharing this story of kindness :)
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Mike Grant
Date: 12/27/2018 9:34:00 PM
Your welcome!

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