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“Empathy is emotionally connecting oneself with another in his hardship and pain, showing compassion and loving concern” ~ by Poet Through the country paths, I lazily loitered Watching Nature in its changing hue Straying farther into the interiors Sundry and sublime vistas came into view It was almost the end of verdant spring Summer’s sun stood behind my head Bleat of lambs was heard from far "Good day to you"….. Someone said. There stood on the plain, a boy around thirteen Obviously, he was of tribal breed With a beaming smile, he greeted me But on walking to him, he ran like a steed I saw him disappear behind the trees And enter into a hut tiny as a nest He lived in the lap of Mother Nature Far from the city and its sooty dust Being coaxed, he hesitantly came out My tone of assurance and pleasing smile Seemed to have won his confidence As to a friend, he shared his eventful tale Pointing to the sheep grazing in the slope He said, he earned a living caring the flock He stayed in the woods all day long Feeding and tending his master’s sheep From dawn to dusk, through woods and meads He leads his sheep, calling them by their name Un vexed, with simple pleasures he is content And with a nomad’s life, he seems to be tame He said at home he has his invalid mother Bringing her back to health is his mission in life On referring to his mother, I watched his eyes glitter Nothing other than her illness posed to him a strife From every utterance, I could sense his filial love Even in abundance while shadows line many faces On his visage, hope lingered as a dancing flame To me he seemed above many, rich in other graces While parting, I handed him some money Pausing unbelievingly with moist eyes He accepted it when a breeze passed caressing us As if over the show of empathy, nature seemed to rejoice! Feb.13.2023 ~ Placed Second~ Writing Challenge- E Word Poetry Contest Sponsor- Constance La France

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Date: 2/21/2023 10:02:00 AM
Valsa, a very nice poem and congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge - E Words, well done, I like the image and quote also, blessings, Constance
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Date: 2/16/2023 7:54:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. A lovely write/quote. Have a blessed day writing away.................
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Date: 2/15/2023 10:41:00 AM
- Congratulations on your win in the contest, Valsa :) - hugs
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Date: 2/15/2023 3:33:00 AM
Wonderful write Valsa, Congrats on your win
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Date: 2/14/2023 12:04:00 PM
Congratulation on your win, Valsa! This was one that I found to be really enjoyable...Amazing story. Your kindness and compassion shine through.
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Date: 2/14/2023 3:03:00 AM
You are a generous soul, Valsa, great tale told:)
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Date: 2/13/2023 6:44:00 PM
I think the old saying, 'it is better to give than received' still works in some situation even in this era, Love the poetry Valsa, yes empathy its all here, Love it. Harry
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Date: 2/13/2023 4:22:00 PM
Indeed he is rich in many other graces : ). Great inspiring poem, love it
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Date: 2/13/2023 12:47:00 PM
- A touching story, Valsa - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
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Date: 2/13/2023 11:37:00 AM
Lovely story. You have a heart of gold. Best for a win, dear Valsa.
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Date: 2/13/2023 11:26:00 AM
Empathy, innocence, and dedication to one’s family are all personified here Valsa, Simple values of a time that no longer exist in this particular manner in the developed world, a wonderful story and poem, I enjoyed very much, all the best in contest, cheers David
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Date: 2/13/2023 10:13:00 AM
The last two lines are perfect!! They say how nature and universe stand with us and cheer for the good deeds!! Brilliant write. You're an amazing storyteller. Came back to PS after a small break and the first thing I read is this!! Oh, it's a bliss. <3
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