Giving Thanks

how privileged
are we
living on the lap of luxury
let me rephrase
we don’t have excess money
but we have enough
to help out...

which often
gets us
into situations
but still
it feels like the lap of luxury
because our needs are few



AP: Honorable Mention 2020
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Fairchild Avatar
March 4, 2019 at 3:14 AM
How beautiful is true Prosperity, it makes us feel rich! A well-expressed sentiment!
Gauthier Avatar
March 4, 2019 at 7:48 AM
Indeed, Andrew. Thanks for your most appreciated visit and comment.
Krutsinger Avatar
March 3, 2019 at 9:39 PM
One of the most enduring traits is gratitude; I feel this in your poem, my friend.
Gauthier Avatar
March 4, 2019 at 7:48 AM
Thanks for your lovely visit and comment, Caren.
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