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Homeless - Final Destination

Laying on a dark street corner the flames of a makeshift fire the only sign of light and a frugal attempt at warmth, on a cold winter’s night lost in thought, or so it seems confused and helpless... stuck in a time zone, unfairly treated unnoticed uncared-for all alone tattered clothes a testimony of neglect it’s merely an illusion... look a little closer at the laughing lines, look a little closer at the sparkle in his eyes... there is no fear a hidden smile perhaps as he struggles for a breath of air, last words uttered… “I am ready... He is waiting” the words of a homeless man on his final destination...

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Date: 3/18/2011 8:49:00 AM
wow, sad and yet so good for this man who is totally prepared to meet his maker. A very good one I found back here today. LUv, Andrea
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Date: 8/13/2010 4:45:00 AM
Too many turn their heads and look the other way. God Bless. Vince
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Date: 5/26/2010 3:28:00 PM
This is a wonderfully worded poem Wilma, so full of feeling....very well written. june x
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