Homeless Words

I see beautiful words
homeless and needing a hand
I reach for my pad and pen
these times are tough
my choice of words are thin
Perhaps they choose me
tell me exactly what to say
These words we help
they also help us
they inspire us everyday
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Cheesman Avatar
October 5, 2012 at 7:35 PM
Oh wow......I love this poem Chris. This might have to be one of my fav's. - Shaz
Lane Avatar
October 11, 2012 at 7:39 PM
Thank you so much Shaz!!! Means a lot for sure!
Pettit Avatar
September 19, 2012 at 2:13 PM
Nice little write that many people today can relate to well.
Merryman Avatar
August 20, 2012 at 9:29 AM
Enjoyed reading your poem, Chris. Good write. Love,Kim
Lane Avatar
September 4, 2012 at 7:54 PM
Kim, thanks a ton! Means a lot to me! Chris
Andresen Avatar
August 20, 2012 at 8:18 AM
So true Chris - you are good with words - well written - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Lane Avatar
September 4, 2012 at 7:55 PM
Anne, your a sweet lady! Thank you so much! Take care
Cayton Avatar
August 20, 2012 at 7:04 AM
just coming off the longest writers block ever it seems, I thought your words were excellent here, and really show how a true writer carries theirselves, take care and God bless, Cindy
Lane Avatar
September 4, 2012 at 7:56 PM
Cindy, thank you!! I can't express how much this means to me! Take care
Neels Avatar
August 20, 2012 at 4:16 AM
That is so true Chris, especially when people ask my, where that idea or inspiration comes from.. Sometimes I have no idea of what to say.. enjoyed your insightful write this afternoon. :)Ps: your comment on "Exploring the shadows" made me laugh too! tc Wilma
Lane Avatar
September 4, 2012 at 7:58 PM
Wilma, can't thank you enough! Your words are very dear to me. Take care
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