Beef and Barley, Chicken and Rice

Rejection floated over her head like a cartoon bubble
Repeating her broken heart moments
Resolutely she pushed on toward the library

She'd hide awhile between the covers of a book
She'd wipe her tears with words and wisdom
She'd striaghten her spine while carefully turning friendly pages

A voice called her name
A face smiled bright
A pair of arms stood wide open in front of her

Her soul sister
Her friend
Her fellow poet and a favorite confidant

Come share some soup with me
Come share some peace
Come share some warmth and renew your spirit

Soul Sister said all this, but not in so many words
Soul Sister knew the unspoken language of love
Soul Sister reminded her to hear the whisper of another friend

While eating from two steaming bowls
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Richards Avatar
December 12, 2008 at 6:00 PM
This poem warms the heart,....just as a nice bowl of soup! ~ Carrie
Parker Avatar
December 12, 2008 at 11:23 AM
Autie, your poem is such a blessing of pure warmth and love to my heart (my eyes are tearing). It is a beautiful gift-- YOU'RE a gift. I'm so happy we were there for each other...love you Soul Sister! (and congratulations on the newest addition to our library)
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
December 12, 2008 at 8:08 AM
There is a warmth to this that tells of a chemistry between two people, a true blessing. God Bless Autumn and thanks for your comments. Vince
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