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A Hungry Child Wonders

A hungry child awakens from restless sleep With sad feelings running way down deep, Wondering why she feels so hollow inside Why the baby woke up last night and cried And how Daddy can drive a brand new jeep. written December 20, 2021 submitted to "Bite Size Poem No. 39" Poetry Contest sponsored by Line Gauthier

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 12/23/2021 1:17:00 AM

This is true life for many children Hank.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/23/2021 8:31:00 AM

I suppose it is, and it is so sad and so unfair. How can parents do this to their children?

Rico Leffanta

Date: 12/21/2021 10:53:00 AM

I saw too much of that down South! Cadillacs parked next to shacks! Well said! Aloha!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/21/2021 1:17:00 PM

I'm afraid so, Rico. Sometimes it is very discouraging, heartbreaking, and...well frankly, I just get angry!

Bill Baker

Date: 12/21/2021 8:15:00 AM

Blessings and strength to all that find themselves in such a situation. Sadly, there are many. Bill

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/21/2021 10:22:00 AM

Unfortunately true, Bill. I am always amazed when parents indulge themselves at the expense of their little ones.

Deb M

Date: 12/21/2021 3:02:00 AM

Hi Milton…. Unfortunately, another common sad life situation….shame anyone can be a parent. Powerful poem. Debx

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/21/2021 10:23:00 AM

Yes, indeed, Deb. I have the same feelings when I see these situations.