Susan Jeavons Poet Rhyme

Immortal Man

Immortal Man

I’m the spirit of man, an immortal soul
the sum of all people, the total, the whole.
I surrendered my life so yours would not end.
I believed in the virtues of compassionate men.
When I suffered from hunger 
you had no food to spare.
When I begged for some water 
you had none to share.
When I asked for forgiveness 
you would not forgive
yet you ask for my grace each day that you live.
You looked at my skin, shackled my feet.
You murdered, imprisoned, tried to defeat.
You used your religion to wipe out a breed.
You stoned and you laughed 
as you watched humans bleed.
When you look at our world 
look close and you’ll see
all I prayed man would never be.
Still I’ll go on believing 
in the morality of mankind.
I’m the universal spirit 
good and evil defined.

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Andrew Fairchild February 2, 2019 at 2:30 AM When Mother Teresa was at the train station in Darjeeling, India, Jesus appeared to her as a begger asking for a drink of water. 'I Thirst,' he said. Since then, she has given millions to drink. It is her example that I rely on, to have faith that all Good and Divine Work, will continue, in spite of everything! Bravo! To your truthful, soul-searching and heartfelt piece! Susan Jeavons February 2, 2019 at 10:28 AM Thank you kindly Andrew. Mother Teresa is a good example for all of us. Blessings, Susan

James Horn February 1, 2019 at 6:24 AM When we are in a bind, God will always be kind, Offer support; Not sell short; Gave us peace of mind. Susan Jeavons February 1, 2019 at 10:14 AM Thank you James. Blessings, Susan

James Horn February 1, 2019 at 6:17 AM Your picture reminds me of the tube going into my wife's nose. They said that this is a positive sign of recovery. Wearing your hair like that is a positive sign.

Caren Krutsinger January 28, 2019 at 4:47 AM Susan, this went to my FAV list about three times as I was reading it, and finally on my real FAV list after I read it. It appeals to me at all levels of my soul. Susan Jeavons January 28, 2019 at 11:33 AM I am honored to be on your FAV list Caren! Thank you. Hugs, Susan