Angels Among Us

Living on the edge, he searched high and low
taking his chances with the fire down below
Guided by the stars, he kept his fear at bay
he fought his demons until one day he found his way

Stuck in a living hell, she feared for her very life
wondering why she became this monster’s wife
Violently mistreated and beaten half to death
she found the courage to leave before he took her last breath

Abandoned and left all alone, never knowing why
she wondered why her Mommy and Daddy had to say goodbye
Bouncing around in Foster care in constant fear of the unknown
she was taken in by a loving family and was no longer left alone

When all seems lost, look for his guiding light
it will find you there in your darkest of nights
Some crosses are so heavy and hard to bear
but he will send his angels and show that he cares.

October 24, 2020
Five words: Angels, fire, abandoned, light and bear
Mystery Word Find Contest Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Caren Krutsinger
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Fowler Avatar
October 29, 2020 at 2:00 PM
Nicely written Mark. Congratulations on the win! Linda
Koplin Avatar
October 30, 2020 at 5:27 PM
Thank you so much Linda!
Flaherty Avatar
October 28, 2020 at 1:04 PM
Absolutely Brilliant Mark 7 out of 7 Much better than my meager effort puts it into context In fact i would go as far as to say worthy of 1st place
Koplin Avatar
October 28, 2020 at 1:59 PM
You are to kind, thank you very much Christopher! What a gracious comment, I’m glad you liked it.
Kauffman Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 10:06 PM
Mark, you wove these words together so masterfully in your stories then summed them up in a statement of faith. Really well done, Mark! Congratulations on your win!
Koplin Avatar
October 28, 2020 at 1:57 PM
Thanks a lot Sam! I certainly do appreciate such a nice comment!
Balasubramanian Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 11:40 AM
Congratulations Mark Great inspirational write of hope. How are kids? Did Britanny get back his taste? Have a great day. Take care. Regards Rama
Koplin Avatar
October 28, 2020 at 1:57 PM
I will tell her that, thanks
Balasubramanian Avatar
October 28, 2020 at 6:45 AM
It happens with my son everytime he has fever and every time he is given antibiotics. Goes away with time. My mother used to say pepper is very good for bringing back taste. You can try and see
Koplin Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 12:07 PM
They are both good now but she has not gotten back her taste yet. Thank you for asking!
Radhakrishna Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 11:28 AM
Congrats on a fine poem and top win!!
Koplin Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 12:06 PM
Thank you Krish! I appreciate the visit
Watt Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 8:50 AM
Mark, you did a great job incorporating the words into a gripping testimony of the protection of our guardian angels. I have experienced them more than once, and I am a believer! Well done, congrats on your win ~ John
Koplin Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 12:06 PM
Thank you so much John! I appreciate your kind words
Dutta Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 8:17 AM
Yes. I agree and appreciate. Angels are among us to protect and guide. All the Best.
Koplin Avatar
October 27, 2020 at 12:05 PM
Thanks Anissa!
Cunningham Avatar
October 25, 2020 at 1:42 AM
You composed this well Mark, a sad verse that you often hear about in real life. Tom
Koplin Avatar
October 25, 2020 at 5:39 AM
I appreciate that Tom!!
Dietrich Avatar
October 24, 2020 at 5:28 PM
a story that sadly is too common in this world today. I love how you saved the child!!
Koplin Avatar
October 25, 2020 at 5:38 AM
Thanks Andrea!
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