Laura Leiser Poet Verse

Love He Craves

He always took care to be prepared for visitors who never came.

                         Each day is brand new in the old man's mind
                                      today he will look his best
                                       for today they will come.

                               So long ago, like a vague memory
                             he was vital and strong, he provided
                       worked harder than most, yet he might have
                           neglected the needs of his young family.

                                              the sun is setting
                                    he wears his best suit and tie
                                         waiting for loved ones
                                    he sits alone bleeding tears
                                    dying for the love he craves





Written on 9/8/2016

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Kim Rodrigues September 9, 2016 at 1:15 PM We understand what keeps them away Though still the "hope". Congrats! Laura Leiser September 9, 2016 at 2:09 PM Thank you, Kim, for your comments and liking my poem :)

Paul Callus September 9, 2016 at 11:57 AM Both the topic and content describe aptly the sad situation which old age can bring with it. Congrats on your fine win, Laura! Regards // paul Laura Leiser September 9, 2016 at 2:08 PM Thank you, Paul, for commenting on my poem. I appreciate it :)

Constance La France September 9, 2016 at 11:13 AM Laura, congratulations on your win in my contest with this sad and beautifully penned poem ~ Laura Leiser September 9, 2016 at 11:39 AM Thank you, Candace, for my placement in your contest! I know I got it in at the last minute, so I'm glad you liked it...! Thanks again :)

CayCay Godwin September 9, 2016 at 11:08 AM You broke my heart in the best way ... CayCay Laura Leiser September 9, 2016 at 11:40 AM Thank you, CayCay, for your kinds words...I know BW likes sad, and this subject is sad to me.

Beautiful Scars September 9, 2016 at 7:42 AM lovely Laura, "dying for the love he craves", what an awesome ending line-congrats on your placement! :)-luloo Laura Leiser September 9, 2016 at 11:41 AM Thank you, Laura Loo. I'm glad you liked my poem, too :)

Winged Warrior September 8, 2016 at 8:05 PM Congrats!!! Laura on your placement...a sad but true write...god bless...^WW^ Laura Leiser September 9, 2016 at 11:41 AM Thank you, WW. You are always so kind to comment on my work :)

Daniel Turner September 8, 2016 at 4:07 PM Very sad Laura. Well written and moving. Old age is usually lonely for lots of people men and women. Forgotten! Laura Leiser September 8, 2016 at 4:31 PM Yes, I used to work in nursing homes, and it is sad to witness. Thanks for stopping by to comment, Daniel :)

Eileen Manassian September 8, 2016 at 3:20 PM Ahhhhh....my heart aches for him. Poor dear.....Good write, Laura. Neglect is a very painful thing to have to suffer through. Hugs Laura Leiser September 8, 2016 at 3:55 PM Thanks for commenting, Eileen! Hope all is well with you :)