Family

by Michael J Falotico

                                                  Family is something I lost for a period of time..
                                              I lost track what was important and what was mine..
                                                 On the stairs of life I've certainly have missed a few..
                                                         I laid in a bed of old rather then new..
                                                 No light from the sky or voices in my head were 
                                                    needed to show me a course that I was led..
                                             Just Family and the most simple act of caring and love
                                                   is all it took to open my eyes and see above..
                                                 I'm there crutch when life is hard and their in need..
                                         And they are my crutch when I'm down and can't be freed..
                                                 With both crutches we walk together tall and strong..
                                                Because without Family it's just music with no song..
    

inspired by Linda The SweetHeart
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Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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May 19, 2011 at 10:54 PM
Wonderful ,, Michael.. what an inspiration she can make through poems, contest and friendships... I love your last line.. You know me and my family... have no tune or words... its just me and my dad, and thanks god.. that i have my own family,... created by me... now that's music... sadly i had to turn off the old radio... with the station brothers,, and some sisters...lol... take care,..p.d
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May 17, 2011 at 10:07 PM
Very touching tribute to your family, Michael-- yup you got it right no matter what happens, it's always your family who would stick by you :) hugs your way :) -- can this do for an image of those eyes?? o_0 heehee
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May 17, 2011 at 7:50 PM
What an awesome write dear poet ! To mine favz for sure ! Perfect sentiment ! have a fantastic week...much love, james
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May 17, 2011 at 3:41 PM
People who are lucky enough to have families are truly blessed, Michael. There are a lot of loners in this world, walking around without the "crutch" they need so much. Beautifully written! Love, Carolyn
Greenlee Avatar
May 17, 2011 at 7:54 AM
So awesome Michael.Loved the truth of family.And thanks for your comment on my Trapped And Scared poem....Have a great day love......Kacey
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May 17, 2011 at 6:08 AM
I am so pleased to have had the pleasure to read your outstanding poetry this morning Michael. Thank you for sharing it with us. Hoping you have a week filled with inspiration. Love, Carol
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May 16, 2011 at 8:19 PM
Awesome comments Michael from poets who can relate to our intensity toward our families .. so happy my poem inspired u luv.. and our families continue to support us always and that and they are what is truly important luv.. your Jersey Girl forever ...
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May 16, 2011 at 6:05 PM
My son just had "FAMILY" tatooed on his arm..personally, I hate tatoos..but I love the sentiment. great write..BG
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May 16, 2011 at 2:49 PM
Thank you Linda for your inspiring write "Family Forever".... I sat down and wrote this after reading yours... love Michael
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May 16, 2011 at 2:24 PM
Go Michael....GO GO GO
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May 16, 2011 at 2:23 PM
Michael, Glad u show how important family is this heartfelt write...the most simple of love and kindness is displayed every day through our families and it's there where we should begin to pour our energies. Our first responsibility. I especially like the last line describing how empty it could be. Thanks for sharing your heart here. Gwendolen
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May 16, 2011 at 2:18 PM
I lOVE your poem wow that is so true about family because at one point i stop talking t my family and it felt like my life just came to a complete stop.
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May 16, 2011 at 2:24 PM
Thank you Danielle , your word are so true and I am glad you took the road I did...
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May 16, 2011 at 2:17 PM
a perfect 10 Michael but our rating only goes to 7 but family is the key to life and u and I know this to be true for without family life is pointless ... an excellent stirring and emotional write my White Knight as your Jersey Girl is in family mode poetry as well..with luv always ..forever..
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