Give and Take

In the land of milk and honey
from the givers some proudly take
Not needing what they want
only concerned with filling their plate

The givers needs are few
always happy with what they have
They’re generous and truly care
investing in takers then given a bath

Givers are not interested
with anything that they can take
They want to give what little they have
and share with all their slice of cake

Blessed are those who give
they have God’s love within their heart
They will always help the takers
even when it rips their world apart

September 22, 2020
Givers Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Regina McIntosh

Copyright © | Year Posted 2020



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Date: 9/29/2020 9:29:00 PM
You are so right. 'Givers' are blessed. True givers are always generous to help others without expectation. Nicely penned.
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Mark Koplin
Date: 9/30/2020 4:41:00 AM
Thank you very much for your time!
Date: 9/24/2020 8:22:00 AM
Wonderful poem Mark - a Giver will always be a giver and a taker always a taker. Well penned my friend and oceans of luck. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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Mark Koplin
Date: 9/24/2020 2:06:00 PM
Thank you Jennifer! You are welcome on my stoop anytime my friend
Date: 9/23/2020 1:27:00 PM
The heart and spirit of the giver is so beautifully expressed, Mark. Your poetic lines draw a vivid contrast between the intentions of givers and the takers. Best wishes for a win.. ~Susan
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Mark Koplin
Date: 9/23/2020 3:17:00 PM
Thank you so much for such a gracious comment
Date: 9/22/2020 4:02:00 PM
what an uplifting poem Mark, I hope the sponsor will be giving you a top place:-) hugs Jan xx
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Mark Koplin
Date: 9/22/2020 4:07:00 PM
Thanks Jan! I just hope it gets read.
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