Home In Peace

I gave the poor a nickel
who spent it on some shoes.
Then those who owned the store
had money for their dues.

The store was just a new one
and had to pay it's lease.
And I the plaza owner
took the nickel home in peace.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Petersen Potter Avatar
March 26, 2015 at 3:47 PM
Nice pen Trevor! Good thoughts in this piece. A 7 from me! Thanks for sharing! Wishing you a very lovely day! In his light! God bless you! :-) D.
Mcleod Avatar
March 27, 2015 at 1:42 PM
Thanks for commenting Dorian. It's always nice to know when someone likes a poem. Have a nice day!
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