Homeless Mans Love For His Daughter

A homeless man played his guitar,
for coin rewards put in a jar.
 A lonely life he always led,
but in his heart a love he had.
 This love he thought of all the time,
 during the cold days brought sunshine.
 His songs were of a girl he loved,
he sang to her, with stars above.
 So many years had gone on by,
but in his heart, and reasons why.
 There was this hope that would not die,
the thought of her just made him cry.
 

Dedicated to my 
daughter Ashley...
 
Michael Tor
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023


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Date: 12/28/2024 2:15:00 AM
it is sad to see this happening more and more. Nicely written poem.
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Date: 11/19/2024 10:31:00 AM
Sadly it's become more prevalent now days, there are many homeless people on the streets of London sad times.
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Michael Tor
Date: 11/21/2024 4:18:00 PM
Very sad times John. Thanks for the visit my friend...
Date: 3/21/2024 1:48:00 AM
A beautiful expression of love from a devoted father....Hugs Michael.
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Date: 2/29/2024 1:42:00 PM
Micheal, a lovely dedication that shows the tender love that you have for your daughter. Beautiful poem. Hugs
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Michael Tor
Date: 3/1/2024 1:12:00 AM
Hugs Cecilia. Thank you for your caring thoughts.
Date: 2/26/2024 7:34:00 AM
What seems separated can be restored. I hope that restoration happens that is if that is what this is about. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K
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Michael Tor
Date: 3/1/2024 1:11:00 AM
It was a pleasure to read your Poetry as always...
Date: 2/25/2024 5:47:00 AM
I pray you find that close relationship with your daughter. I was closer to my mom but since she has died I have grown closer to my dad…tears. May Ashley find a song in her heart, a warm feeling at the thought of her dad. God bless!
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Michael Tor
Date: 3/1/2024 1:10:00 AM
Thank you Kim for the kind words.
Date: 2/24/2024 10:23:00 PM
This is a beautiful dedication to your daughter that will definitely make her understand how deep is your love for her. Though homeless the father here owns a great treasure, his daughter for whom he has boundless love. In the eyes of the world, he is a homeless person, but in some other ways, he is richer than many. Beautiful poem. So happy to see you back again, dear Michael
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Date: 3/1/2024 1:09:00 AM
Thank you Valsa, happy to see you...
Date: 2/21/2024 8:28:00 PM
Hey, what did you write me? Nothing comes up in Soupmail when I try to open your mail. Maybe because you did not put a subject in the top line???
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Michael Tor
Date: 3/1/2024 1:09:00 AM
I will re write it for you Andrea.
Date: 12/14/2023 5:41:00 PM
Michael your poem is a touching and heartfelt piece that captures the essence of love and hope. The imagery and emotions conveyed through the words are truly captivating and heartwarming. Well done, Michael! -Blessings, Daniel
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Michael Tor
Date: 2/20/2024 6:52:00 PM
Daniel thank you so much for your kind words and perspective. Sending God's love back to you...
Date: 12/4/2023 5:36:00 AM
What a lovely dedication to your daughter, quite an emotional write Michael. I hope you are keeping well. Tom
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Michael Tor
Date: 12/12/2023 7:18:00 PM
Thank you Dear Tom your kind words mean so much. God bless you... and heal you...
Date: 11/23/2023 12:59:00 AM
This is so beautiful. How did I never see it? Hey, I am wondering what's up with you, and I can not see any activity from you here for over a month now. Are you ok? Please let me know!!
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/23/2024 10:08:00 AM
Thanks. Just now seeing this.
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Michael Tor
Date: 11/26/2023 12:44:00 AM
Hi Andrea sorry for the late response. I am OK miss all of you. I am taking a little break. Catching up on my home, just involved in my side business and just taking a little vacation. I'm feeling better miss my Poetry Soup extended family apologize for not letting my favorite Poets of my time off. Andrea I pray you are doing better or at least well. I have been doing a tremendous amount of research so much to share. It is always nice to see your smile. Hope you and your husband Joe are doing well. God bless you.
Date: 11/3/2023 1:17:00 PM
A lovely write. Have not seen you. Are you OK??? In Sept, I took 3 weeks off from the computer. Burned Out... Have a very blessed day............
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Michael Tor
Date: 11/26/2023 12:46:00 AM
Hi Paula , I did the same took sometime off to do research and read some books and catch up on my home. I and a friend put a metal roof on the garage, and now I am going to start working on the floor. It never ends when you own a house, so sorry for the late response.
Date: 11/2/2023 2:52:00 AM
A most heartfelt accounting Michael..For me it Highlights thingss that have affected someone so much A chain of events is put in motion.' Although in The worlds scheme ( they may appear small ) Yet we can carry them for decades.' Often the Fallout for others is punative..Yet God can turn Things around.' Though the euphrates drys up Prayers will ever be flowing ' God bless
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Michael Tor
Date: 11/26/2023 12:47:00 AM
Hey Joe sorry for late response my friend. Thank you for your comment I surely agree with you, hope everything is well. God bless you, took some time off.
Date: 10/18/2023 4:37:00 PM
Michael, how incredibly beautiful. How blessed to be the recipient of such loving thought, a loving poem, and the love and prayers of an adoring dad. This is a fave. God bless you.
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Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2023 12:18:00 PM
BJ thank you again. I appreciate you so much and sorry for the late response...
Date: 9/23/2023 2:10:00 PM
So beautiful and so touching that your daughter inspired.
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Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2023 12:17:00 PM
Thank you Karen and I am sorry for late response.
Date: 9/23/2023 9:46:00 AM
Deeply lovely ...kind and generous as is your heart dear Michael. Big hugs and blessings, Susan :)
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Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2023 12:16:00 PM
Thank you Susan sorry for late response...
Date: 9/14/2023 10:19:00 AM
Beautiful
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Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2023 12:16:00 PM
Thank you so much...
Date: 9/11/2023 9:33:00 PM
God, it was quite emotional. Beautifully written.
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Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2023 12:15:00 PM
Thank you Harveen sorry for late response...
Date: 9/5/2023 2:45:00 PM
A FAV for my list, Michael. Very touching, Michael. Though have never lived very close since college, I love my daughters so much it hurts to be separated by miles and means. All I can do is Love and pray. Your heartful thoughts touched my heart today, my friend. Blessing, Bill
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Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2023 12:15:00 PM
Thanks Bill sorry for late response. God bless you...
Date: 9/5/2023 6:17:00 AM
Simple and eloquent.
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Michael Tor
Date: 10/28/2023 12:14:00 PM
Thank you Richard sorry for late response...
Date: 9/1/2023 6:51:00 AM
Michael, this is a lovely, deeply expressive poem about the unique love of father for daughter. Janice
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Michael Tor
Date: 9/5/2023 12:37:00 AM
Thank you so much Janice...
Date: 8/31/2023 11:24:00 AM
A fathers love never dies even in passing a guardian angel. Love the inspiring dedication my friend.
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Michael Tor
Date: 8/31/2023 11:09:00 PM
Thank you Eve for your support. God bless you...
Date: 8/31/2023 8:17:00 AM
Dear Michael, your dedication poem for your kid is simply outstanding. It beautifully expresses the intensity of your feelings for her. A father's love for his daughter, like the songs that pour from your guitar, sustains her even in times of scarcity. This familial bond's strength is simply amazing! Your poetry elicits a deep emotional response from any father who adores his darling daughter, Michael.
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Michael Tor
Date: 8/31/2023 11:09:00 PM
Lasaad your thoughts on this poem are spot on my friend. All that you said is what I wanted to convey. Thank you so much for your valued opinion, I always look forward to reading your comments. Blessings your way my friend...
Date: 8/31/2023 6:50:00 AM
A truly brilliant dedication poem my good friend. Your immense love for your daughter brilliantly shows. A gem and fav too. God bless you.
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Michael Tor
Date: 8/31/2023 11:06:00 PM
Thank you Robert for your kind support. A true friend you are...
Date: 8/30/2023 8:07:00 PM
More poets should give the gift of dedicating to their daughters, what they do best...poetry! That, Micheal was my favorite part! Faving. Xhugs
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Michael Tor
Date: 8/31/2023 11:05:00 PM
Thank you Anaya so right you are daughters deserve more dedications. Thanks for stopping by...
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