Mark Russell Poet Quatrain

For All of My Fans

I sit down to write yet feel quite humble.
I falter sometimes and then I just stumble.
The people around me seem to lift me back up.
 As we join together to drink from life’s cup.

I think of the words but they are more than that.
They become the story that tells where I am at.
They all join together to tell the journey of life,
 Sometimes very joyful, while others in strife.

The support that I get helps me to move on,
It seems to replace some pieces that are gone.
Kindness envelopes and with it comes peace,
I view my life before me like I have a new lease.

I’m not really sure if everyone knows they are part,
They all have this special place inside of my heart.
Though some times are rough I always get through.
I send out all my thanks to all of you…

I don’t know what is next, I just continue to try,
It beats the alternative when part of you dies.
I seem to gain the strength to win the fight,
I try to resist yet it takes all of my might.

I am so grateful for what I do get.
I look to the future but I’m not there yet.
With the suggestions and help from my friends,
I find myself inside of the messages it sends.

I know a few things yet I thirst for more.
What lies before me I’m not really sure.
 Know with all this help I can’t go wrong,
So let’s join together, sing this victory song.

What is before us can’t break us inside,
Long as we have each other to confide.
I’m thankful for all that you bring out in me
I open my eyes yet it is you that I see.

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Anne-Lise Andresen January 23, 2012 at 6:55 AM Love this one Mark,thank you.oxox love Anne-Lise

Carol Sunshine Brown January 10, 2012 at 6:00 AM I enjoyed reading your poetry this morning Mark. I hope to be able to read a lot more of your excellent writing in this new year 2012. Love, Carol Mark Russell January 10, 2012 at 8:37 AM Thanks Carol hope this new year finds you well this poem is for you too:) all the people that read and encourage me:) Have a great day and take care......Mark

Crystal Smith January 9, 2012 at 12:16 PM I was extremely touched by this poem wonderful writing No matter what never give up all you can do in life is try best wishes to you Mark Russell January 9, 2012 at 1:37 PM Thank you very much:) Although you are a first time reader you are now included in the group! I tried to show my appreciation for all those who support me it is a very big deal to me. They challenge me and help me to hurdle all of the obstacles that life throws at me, Today i am blessed and by your presence:) Take a bow because of you I am......Mark