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in the bitter

concrete cold detroit manhole steam.... brief warm no homes veterans huddling visions wars hell traffic taxies blur..... city brittle in the bitter

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Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 1/28/2025 5:35:00 AM

Dear Regina, You speak so well and stark to the horrible plight of the homeless and veterans. I work in Philadelphia and see many lying on the manholes sleeping even though the temperature is 0 degrees. The problem is large and overwhelming. I pray there could be an answer. Well Written! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Regina Elliott
Date: 2/2/2025 5:05:00 AM

Thank you so much, dear friend Daniel. The housing crisis in America is so tragic. Praying for those who suffer from it. Blessings to you this Sunday morning.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/25/2025 7:51:00 PM

Detroit's winters are inhospitable, to say the least. ~ gw

Regina Elliott
Date: 1/26/2025 7:34:00 AM

Good morning, Gershon. The U.S. housing crisis is heart-rending. Wondering if it will ever improve. A serene Sunday to you and your family. Shalom.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/25/2025 3:55:00 PM

This is a rough winter no matter where a person lives, but in the cold areas I can't imagine how hard it would be to in a situation where I had no place to stay to keep warm. Thanks for sharing. Sara K

Regina Elliott
Date: 1/26/2025 7:31:00 AM

Thank you, Sara. Yes, the U.S. housing crisis is dire and it hurts my heart. I hope you have a serene blessed Sunday. :)

Tom Woody

Date: 1/23/2025 10:25:00 AM

I can't even imagine being homeless right now. Powerful imagery

Regina Elliott
Date: 1/25/2025 5:03:00 AM

It's so cold in different parts of the U.S., and with a sad housing crisis. Thank you, Tom, for reading and commenting on my poem. All the best and have a good weekend. ~