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Shed a Little Light

Remind me to write what I must write, Standing for principles I believe are right Not arguing, or, trying to provoke a fight, But diligently trying to spread some light Calling attention to any deplorable plight, Making real effort the poor never to slight Doing my best to share a valuable insight As I go through life, to shed a little light, Supporting the bullied with all my might, Holding on to family and friends real tight Avoid offering my hand to dogs that bite, And when I’ve been nasty, to be contrite! Written April 14, 2022

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Valsa George

Date: 10/4/2022 4:31:00 AM

This is so beautiful and meaningful..... Milton. Came across during my search for monorhymes.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 4/17/2022 9:32:00 PM

Such a marvelous message and in rhythm - wow!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/18/2022 8:06:00 AM

Thanks, Caren. I had a really good time writing this one.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 4/14/2022 6:45:00 PM

Saright!! .. I guess there are times when even a liberal has to be 'right!' lol. ~ Hard Right

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/14/2022 7:51:00 PM

Key-rect, my friend. And I'll bet you agree with everything I wrote in the poem! Okay, so I wrote it with my left hand. (chuckling)

Deb M

Date: 4/14/2022 4:25:00 PM

Very cleverly written Milton positive thoughts to live by. Debx

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/14/2022 5:07:00 PM

Deb, thanks so much for your thoughts on my poem.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 4/14/2022 3:40:00 PM

I like the inspiring voice of your poem Milton. Much wisdom you convey in these insightful thoughts. Words and deeds to emulate!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/14/2022 5:07:00 PM

Well, thanks, Vijay, for your thoughts my monorhyme. Glad to hear you are feeling better.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/14/2022 3:32:00 PM

A verse to live by Milton, living a good life and fighting injustices that we often see and hear about. We might not have powerful weapons but we can use a pen to good effect to inform the world. Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/14/2022 5:08:00 PM

That we can and must do, Tom, as often as we can.