Blessing of Family and Friends

I am so blessed with family and friends And a support system of caring neighbors Who constantly embrace me with their love, Along with a plethora of guardian angels Who hover over me with tender care, Guiding my footsteps through highs and lows I never feel alone, you see; never neglected, Knowing that someone special is always there Offering assistance in my times of need. Fortunately, so far, I can care for myself, Doing the routine sorts of things life demands But I know I can call on so many who will come If I should become incapacitated or need help. Such a blessing! For I know many who worry That someday they’ll need help, to no avail, I encourage developing ties with friends and family For they are sources of comfort to folks like me Who are living in the twilight years of life.
FOURTH PLACE WINNER Written November 12, 2022 Submitted to "Best Blessing" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Regina McIntosh

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Date: 12/6/2022 11:14:00 AM
What a beautiful poem Milt. Your gratitude for life, family, friends sloshes over in each line! Congratulations on your win. Blessings of joy to you.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/6/2022 11:25:00 AM
Sam, I so appreciate your read and your thoughtful comment. Blessings to you, too.
Date: 12/1/2022 6:44:00 AM
Thank you so much for sharing your best blessing through your beautiful and well-crafted poem my dear friend, LM. I enjoyed immensely. I love your encouraging words at the end lines too. Congratulations on your win and this wonderful poem! God bless you always. Hugs
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Date: 12/1/2022 8:34:00 AM
Thanks so much for your thoughtful comment, Len.
Date: 11/13/2022 12:12:00 AM
“Never neglected”- what else could we ask for?
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 11/13/2022 8:19:00 AM
Not much more, I'll say.
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