A Selfless Act In a Selfish World

For only the lonely can know
A selfless act in a selfish world,
Self servers with their lists to show
For only the lonely can know
An act you have nothing to owe,
Rare vessels of goodwill unfurled
For only the lonely can know
A selfless act in a selfish world.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Dietrich Avatar
August 9, 2014 at 9:52 PM
Nicely done!!! Is it for the new triolet contest or for the solitary contest? GOod to see a new face here. I hope you enjoy it.
Richards Avatar
August 13, 2014 at 10:43 AM
Hi Andrea, Thanks for your comments, it was entered for the triolet contest, I'm enjoying the challenges of various styles, and look forward to catching up with your inspiring work ...Lisa
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July 30, 2014 at 11:15 AM
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Richards Avatar
July 31, 2014 at 4:12 PM
Thank you Carol I appreciate your welcome and comments, I look forward to following your poetry
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