BY THE STREET LAMP

Back with hearty congratulations on your contest win, Sara.

Your beautiful poem addresses loneliness, sorrow, and the harsh realities of neglected people. It depicts a homeless person in loneliness and resignation. Bitterness and solitude reveal a complex relationship with their circumstances, stressing the conflict between misery and brief consolation. Best wishes with the contest dear Sara.

I couldn't make a guess of what Nette meant by that contest. But as I read your your poem, I get a clearer idea, though I am not sure if your poem matches to her requirements. Dear Sara, you have painted a heart wrenching scene. The sight of the homeless, sitting under street lamps with no warm clothes on and exposed to the chill of the night and the fury of nature should make us humble and less complaining. Beautiful small poem.

I like the way you depicted both the bad and good of the street person's predicament, Sara. Good luck in the contest! Your Westside Writing Bear, Bill

Sara, feels like a depiction of a homeless person. A lot of attention has come up regarding this phenomenon and we'll see if the proposed solutions actually do help. I'm referring to making homeless encampments illegal. I'm hoping that in that case, mental health facilities can keep up with the influx they will experience. Take care!

Heart-wrenching... One can only ask why? Well-depicted, Sara. Felt her pain all the way. ~ Gershon

I wonder what Nette is up to now though I can make a guess based on the contest title and your poem contents. Your imagery painted a picture, a bleak one with a kick - finding solitude sweet. But such a description is right on in many cases, wish I didn't know that, but I do because of my precious Brother's bi-polar journey. Good job! Poetry hugs ... CayCay

I often wonder how people survive on the street. I have had the odd night out in the cold...not a pleasant experience. Nicely penned. :) john