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Homeless

Whoever finds themselves alone, To make their bed a slab of stone, Goes there but for the grace of I To contemplate the reason why. Who knows the journey each have led? The horrors which they may have fled. Financial ruin is one such fate, Or just hard luck, the loss is great! And so, a life where pride is lost To forage bins at any cost. Where passersby will turn their heads To go home to their comfy beds. A placard scratched out more in hope Disguises that they fail to cope And thus, the empty cups reveal The hopelessness they can’t conceal. The cold and bitter winters night, The cardboard box for which they’ll fight, May stave off hypothermia But do little for insomnia! It’s miserable to say the least, The fact that they will never feast Or just to shower, enjoy a cuddle, Instead a lowly fire they huddle. Have we now become so cruel? Whereby society will often drool On celebrities who matter not, Whilst these poor souls are thus forgot!

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Heather Crismond

Date: 9/18/2019 8:14:00 PM

I still have tears running down my face. I know very intimately the cold harsh nights with no roof. You described the hopelessness to well. I wish everyone could realize how incredibly easy it is to find yourself on the streets. One illness one job lost. Thank you for the compassion and for being a voice to the voiceless.

Ronald D Thompson
Date: 9/19/2019 4:10:00 PM

Thank you so much for your comment. I have been in a desperate situation myself and it can be a hopeless position; luckily I had friends. I hope your situation wasn't too desperate. Really appreciate your heart felt comment. Best wishes Heather...Ron xx

Bernard Barclay

Date: 9/18/2019 1:52:00 AM

Well said

Ronald D Thompson
Date: 9/18/2019 3:54:00 PM

Thanks Bernard..Ron

Ann Foster

Date: 7/28/2019 1:49:00 PM

Never forgotten my friend. Never. A wonderful read, sad, but true. Ann

Ronald D Thompson
Date: 7/28/2019 1:53:00 PM

Unfortunately so very true! Thank you again. RT

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 7/22/2019 2:44:00 PM

Hello Ronald Thompson, I have lately spoken to two homeless women. Just spoke of nothing special and it made their day brighter. I wish they could get the help they need to be protected from the winter all season long, with food in their belies and warm clothe on their backs. have a nice day my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 7/23/2019 12:12:00 PM

Why don't they use the unwanted properties for the homeless. So much food is wasted in the groceries stores , It should be sent to the Food Bank. These people should not suffer at all. Have a nice day my friend.

Ronald D Thompson
Date: 7/22/2019 2:56:00 PM

Thank you for you comment. I also stop by to speak to the homeless and help out where I can. There are so many properties empty, some much food wasted, I cannot understand why anyone needs to suffer as they do. Have a great day, appreciate the comment.