Hero

In a world where hearts ignore compassionate cries. Acts of kindness become rare, so empathy dies. As human nature loses the skill to listen, his mission is to help every smile to glisten. He needs no theme song to introduce his name, nor has a desire to reach Hollywood fame. No x-ray vision nor bionic power, he can't read minds nor move the Eiffel tower. His tongue is an olive branch forming peaceful words, most beautiful soul whose heart can conquer swords. When sorrow calls and heartache leaves the mind in knots, his sincere voice will calm those tormented thoughts. The tenderness of his fingertips will soothe dark scars, as the heart heals, it will illuminate like stars. He sees no difference between a dove or pigeon, his humble heart spreads love like a religion. He is not the sandman, but he can help bring dreams, he has no halo, but his love flows like streams. His life is like a cherry blossom bud full of grace, a butterfly who doesn't belong in this place. In his quest he sacrifices his own pain, aware his emotions are like sandcastles in rain. He knows death awaits, but his empathy bleeds, continuing to inspire, ignoring his own needs. The Silent One 18 November 2017
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Date: 12/7/2023 11:46:00 AM
Sounds like an Armored Saint. Very inspirational. And umm 6, 000 + views ! You are really putting souls in the seats ! Nice work. :-)
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Date: 6/10/2018 11:04:00 PM
I love the way you inspire such great emotions in your poems. They are like a breath of fresh air,please continue to do what you do so beautifully. Jack2
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Date: 4/10/2018 9:56:00 PM
I love this rhyming hero of yours. I chose this one cuz I have one called Hero.
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Date: 12/31/2017 7:32:00 AM
She bears a great beautiful heart of wisdom so loves to all. Excellently expressed my lovely dear friend. Wish you Happy New year. Loved always, bl
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Date: 12/29/2017 4:02:00 PM
Hi, Silent One! I only have a couple of minutes, but I really wanted to thank you for your encouragement on my first efforts on Poetry Soup. I am, in fact, a very new poet. I started writing two months ago, at the tender age of 67. So, Thank you, thank you, thank you! G-d bless you! Happy 2018. By New Year's Day, I'll have a little time to read some of your poems and put in my two cents. From what I saw of "Aurora," your poems move readers! Best, Gershon Wolf H
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Date: 12/28/2017 11:41:00 AM
Silent 1 that was a beautiful and eloquent write on selflessness, which is something more people need to grasp (and appreciate) in our society. Thanks for sharing :) Elle
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Date: 12/19/2017 3:37:00 PM
Hi silent one. I know that the only one that has and still fits this bill totally is "Jesus Christ. As usual you describe with a high level and unique talent. Take care.
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Date: 12/18/2017 2:13:00 PM
Indeed, these are the characteristics of you an I....i don't have a halo, but they call me Haloo.... great like always.... Merry Christmas.
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Date: 11/28/2017 8:16:00 PM
Beautiful write S1!
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Silent One
Date: 11/30/2017 7:04:00 AM
Thank you Jeannie...
Date: 11/27/2017 12:47:00 PM
A more than fulfilling poem that spoke much faith that I am drawn to and admire. This was so beautifully written. Loved it!
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Silent One
Date: 11/27/2017 3:54:00 PM
Thank you..
Date: 11/26/2017 1:30:00 PM
Love this write Silent. We all need to be more selfless. A person has recently come into my life who is much more selfless than I and she has truly inspired me. :)
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Silent One
Date: 11/27/2017 3:53:00 PM
Thank you.. That is great that you have someone inspiring you..
Date: 11/26/2017 12:39:00 AM
This is very beautiful and simple, it is so true we need unsung heroes like these. Very lovely words :)
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Silent One
Date: 11/27/2017 3:53:00 PM
Thank you..
Date: 11/25/2017 7:37:00 PM
POTD. BIG congrats, Silent one! I am pretty sure I read this one a while back.
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Silent One
Date: 11/27/2017 3:53:00 PM
Thank you... I think you did..
Date: 11/24/2017 2:57:00 PM
an excellent pen beautifully painted congratulations on poem of the day o pray you have a blessed weekend
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Silent One
Date: 11/27/2017 3:52:00 PM
Thank you..
Date: 11/21/2017 3:53:00 PM
Way to go, congrats on POTD!
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Silent One
Date: 11/27/2017 3:52:00 PM
Thank you..
Date: 11/21/2017 6:18:00 AM
I love this. Everyday Hero. I can see the smiles this hero brings to others. Congratulations on your POTD. I love reading your work!
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:20:00 AM
Thank you Michelle, we need more everyday heroes...
Date: 11/21/2017 5:55:00 AM
A great poem to receive the honor of POTD Silent! Congratulations! : )
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:20:00 AM
Thank you Connie..
Date: 11/21/2017 12:12:00 AM
An outstanding contribution from a Truly Talented Poet.Best wishes always
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:32:00 AM
Thank you Anisha..
Date: 11/20/2017 9:04:00 PM
Great poem written by a Herculean pen, SO. Kudos on POTD. Beautiful expressions of truth and grace. Supernova bright write. Love and more love always.
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:33:00 AM
Thank you my brother..
Date: 11/20/2017 8:31:00 PM
Back with Congratulations on your POTD, so well deserved. Don't know where my previous wish disappeared to? In a fast moving world where people are too caught up in their lives, giving others time of day is not the norm. Finding a person who can do that is rare indeed. A true Hero in my eyes. You find the time to do that my friend. You are always there for your loved ones and friends...Maria
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:34:00 AM
Thank you Maria, I try my best.. Appreciate your kind words..
Date: 11/20/2017 8:12:00 PM
Back with Congratulations on POTD SO!! So well deserved. ~ Judy
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:34:00 AM
Thank you Judy...
Date: 11/20/2017 5:52:00 PM
Just coming back to congratulate you on POTD! Hugs and smiles :)
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:38:00 AM
Thank you...
Date: 11/20/2017 5:10:00 PM
A glowing tribute to heroism and the need for more of it. Congratulations SO for POTD honors...
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:38:00 AM
Thank you, yes... lots more..
Date: 11/20/2017 3:20:00 PM
A beautifully written inspiring poem, Silent One. So happy to see it being honored for you as Poem Of The Day! Sandra
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Silent One
Date: 11/21/2017 6:39:00 AM
Thank you Sandra.. nice to see you..
Date: 11/20/2017 1:11:00 PM
Truly exceptional poetry my friend. This world neither sees or cares to see the many hidden heroes that quietly go about their business aiding others and trying to spread , love, good cheer and better life/living conditions to others. Congrats on POTD AND THIS IS TRULY A GREAT FAV FOR ME. As my father truly was such a man....
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Silent One
Date: 11/20/2017 2:25:00 PM
Thank you, that means a lot coming from you..
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