An Angels Tear

An angel shed a tear from both her soul and her heart As she viewed the Earth’s beauty that its people called art Their art came from their souls and from their hands It came with their giving, shown to every man It came from the precious moments that were needed elsewhere And sponsored from the funds that were so hard won and rare It came from ideas when an occasional quiet moment was won And in their world, there are precious few of such ones It came from the hearts that had often known despair As one paid it forward from a gift of another’s fare And Hope slowly rose with each and every smile As a moments’ help began to grow by the mile And all the thoughts became bright where applied So remember how important, can be something you do When someone is given, a momentary helping hand, from you No matter how small, no matter how much It’s the love and the heart that comes with the touch And an Angel did smile That so many had learned to give in a short while And they’d learned: there’s an art to giving so very worthwhile Written 10-25-2015
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Gulley Avatar
September 15, 2016 at 2:11 PM
Congratulations on this beautiful win and wonderfully written piece. I so loved this awesome work of art. Honored to read this. Look forward to reading more of your work. A lovely poem. Sharon
A   Avatar
September 13, 2016 at 11:30 PM
CAROL, Congratulations on your win. Thank you for supporting one of my contest. Stop by my blog "An Angels Tear" if you'd like. Smiles and Hugs..... LINDA
Arkwright Avatar
January 24, 2016 at 6:25 PM
Good work Carol!
Boddie Avatar
November 20, 2015 at 12:56 PM
there is an art to how to Live....and it requires that we give....much of ourselves for another's sake....defining our Destiny with a Heavenly Fate....;)
Chircop Avatar
November 19, 2015 at 2:45 PM
I so agree with you sweet lady. A meaningful poem with a touch of hearts.
Eastman Avatar
November 10, 2015 at 9:41 PM
I heartily agree with the comments. A great piece. Proud of you. Love Hubby.
Lamoureux Avatar
November 5, 2015 at 8:40 AM
I see from comments this piece is a winner, not at all surprising. Congratulations.
Eastman Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 12:26 PM
Thanks. And I wrote it on my birthday. This has been like a birthday present.
Lamoureux Avatar
November 5, 2015 at 8:39 AM
I do enjoy your lighter funny writes but pieces like this also resonate.
O'Leary Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 12:35 PM
Congratulations on your win on this fine poem!!
Eastman Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 12:24 PM
The response took me by surprise. Thank you.
Allison Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 2:00 PM
Many congratulations on your win carol:-) hugs Jan xx
Eastman Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 12:23 PM
Thanks. The response is more than I expected.
A  Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 11:45 AM
Carol, awesome win. SKAT
Eastman Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 12:21 PM
Thanks... The response to this poem is amazing.
Onclaud Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 10:12 AM
rhyme simply becomes you, carol... sweet congrats on your win!..huggs
Eastman Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 12:20 PM
Thank you. Your friend.
Negron Flores Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 9:55 AM
Congratulations in your win.
Eastman Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 12:17 PM
Thank you for the contest and the win... You were most kind!
Lamoureux Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 8:54 AM
This is a special gift you have given us. A departure from Dragon (who of course I love) but I appreciate this alternate form of expression, I found it very touching.
Eastman Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 9:27 AM
Thank you... Every time I have surgery or someone dies I tend to write like this... I tend to like brighter, funny writes as a whole...
Smith Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 1:40 PM
This is so beautiful Carol and I wholeheartedly agree. A favorite from me.
Eastman Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 9:28 AM
Wow! From the romantic king... I take that as quite an honor.
Bateman Avatar
October 29, 2015 at 4:10 PM
Hello Carol, This is a most excellent free verse write!! One can instantly sense and feel the passion, love, and radiance associated with the Angel and her Tear. The metaphor of her perpetual influence carried on throughout the succeeding verses is enchanting. A "7" + "FAV"!! I enjoyed this one immensely. Cheers and Best, Gary
Eastman Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 11:03 AM
Thank you for such lovely comments.
Andresen Avatar
October 29, 2015 at 1:16 PM
- Carol, this is really beautiful - Best wishes and hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Eastman Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 11:05 AM
Thank you and good to hear from you again.
Fox Avatar
October 29, 2015 at 12:06 PM
So beautiful <3
Eastman Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 11:04 AM
Wow! Thanks for the kind comments.
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