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This poem is a repost of my poem in 2023. I hope you would like it.

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Every morning, when I walk under my cherry trees, There is soothing breeze which awakens my senses, The flash back of life events roll before my eyes, I am sent in soul searching and search for the meaning of life, Long ago, I came to USA with a suitcase full of clothes, A few dollars which government allowed, lasted only half a month, Tearfully I had to take a loan, with lot of hesitation, Loan office quipped, “If you are not in debt, you are not an American”. Years passed, took many loans, paid many, Worked hard, made some money, Family flourished, till all moved, Now I am in an empty nest. Now I get kissed daily by, The passing breeze of awakening, What good is life if it does not help anyone, Needy need food, money to educate, keep them healthy. When I sponsor few needy students to go thru college, I am not helping just one, but generations to come, When hungry get food, they become strong and get ready to work, When sick gets better, their whole life sees wonderful future. As for awakening, I am moving away from selfish life, Wrapping up my earthly belongings, Readying my one suitcase, Never know when the call comes to leave the world.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025




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Date: 6/8/2025 12:33:00 PM
Fantastic poem evoking the qualities of a kind man having a golden heart.  Jay,
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Date: 6/7/2025 4:43:00 PM
They say we should always travel light, your a wise man Jay
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Date: 6/7/2025 3:51:00 PM
Oh this one looks like an oldie of yours I saw recently. Is this it?
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Date: 6/6/2025 9:10:00 PM
Love the mature broodings of a man who has learned much from life. This life is of no use to us and others unless we raise our hands to wipe a tear from the eyes of our fellow men. Helping some to get through university education is no small thing. You are indeed a great soul....
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Date: 6/6/2025 1:49:00 PM
What good is life if it does not help anyone? Jay this is the biggest wake up call that anyone can get, and it shows what a wonderful person you are. I love this poem.
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Date: 6/6/2025 12:02:00 PM
- A poem describing a caring man... with a heart of gold... wonderful, Jay - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs
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