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Back Again

J ohn is back again on the same busy street corner A nother year older, grayer, slower, sicker, shabbier N ot poorer though; never had a penny in his pocket U nder the worn cap, he still wears the familiar smile A nd startles passers-by with the jarring, heartfelt song R eminding them just how a man's luck can go wrong -- Y ou were gonna drop a few coins in his cup all along... January 02, 2019 Entry in "January" (acrostic) contest Sponsor: Michelle Faulkner

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Michelle Faulkner

Date: 1/6/2019 6:02:00 PM

Though I could not place this (because the title was not January) I just wanted to let you know I like the story you tell here-

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/6/2019 6:35:00 PM

Thank you so much, Michelle... I forgot the old adage "When in doubt, read the instructions." It's a good lesson for me, as I was a little too sure that this would place in the contest. Once again, thank you for your encouragement, and thank you for helping reinforce a lesson which you'd think that I'd have learned in life by now! Warmest wishes, Gershon

P.S. Awtry

Date: 1/3/2019 10:45:00 AM

Wow! This is an awesome write! The title and paired with “January”... the month we identify with fresh starts and change and he is back again... with a smile and a song! There’s such depth here! FAV

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/3/2019 12:58:00 PM

Gosh, I'm always surprised and deeply appreciative of a FAV designation. Thank you so much, P.S. Best wishes, Gershon

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/2/2019 8:58:00 PM

Love that you begin with his name, you see John...he is cared about by your watchful eye, you hear his song and identify with him for but a sidestep that could be you, and then your compassion causes you to contribute to his cause. Nicely done, Gershon!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/2/2019 10:24:00 PM

Thank you for your feedback, your insights, and for sharing your perception of this poem, Kim! Very helpful to this writer, and much appreciated. Best wishes, Gershon

Line Gauthier

Date: 1/2/2019 7:52:00 PM

I like the tone of your tribute, Gershon. Well done.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/3/2019 12:57:00 PM

Thanks for your kind words and support, Line. ~ Gershon

M. L. Kiser

Date: 1/2/2019 7:15:00 PM

Beautifully executed.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/2/2019 10:22:00 PM

Thank you so much! Mucho appreciato! ~ Gershon