Soothing Light

Even in the hardest of times
there is a soothing light
a beacon of hope
a glimmer of faith 
that things can be better

A sparrow's song 
soulful and strong 
calls to the night
that beauty is there
even if not seen

Take back your plight
and pledge to behold
If only in your heart
a sliver of trust
in the actions of man


Inspired by a poem by the famous poet Arthur Vaso
http://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/arms_of_an_angel_862403
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017


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Date: 1/3/2017 3:40:00 AM
Things CAN get better, they sometimes really do, believe me, they can :)
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Date: 1/2/2017 2:17:00 PM
I agree with, Kevin...And your poem certainly is soothing, Tim. My favourite line: "A Sparrows song soulful and strong". Good stuff! My warmest wishes for your New year, Tim...And my best regards. :) john
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Date: 1/2/2017 6:51:00 AM
Well written Tim, We all need that soothing light at times!!!! Happy New Year To you Best Wishes Kevin
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Date: 1/2/2017 6:03:00 AM
Your poem compliments Arthur's poignant piece. Both are beautiful! The photos he posted broke my heart. : ) 7
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Date: 1/1/2017 8:46:00 PM
This is so heartwarming and beautiful Tim, It breaks my heart when I see any child suffer, I would hope they can think like this until better days arrive!
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Date: 1/1/2017 8:23:00 PM
We all can use the welcome assurance Have a splendid New Year. Peace, Love and Joy.
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Date: 1/1/2017 6:43:00 PM
i can so relate to this, tim... enthralling!... happy new year and huggs!
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Date: 1/1/2017 5:37:00 PM
Oh, if we would but listen to your advice. The world would be a much better place. I need to check out Arthur's piece.
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Date: 1/1/2017 3:51:00 PM
Beauty is indeed in the eyes of the beholder, faith on the other hand is a choice. At the moment it looks to be a bad choice. I love the positive message. I'm just a wee bit pessimistic.
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Date: 1/1/2017 3:03:00 PM
Arthur is indeed talented..just as you are.I read his powerful poem..and yours is so beautiful too.A fave.
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Tim Smith
Date: 1/1/2017 3:11:00 PM
Thanks Charma...He is extremely talented. I do love it when I get inspired by other's work.
Date: 1/1/2017 3:00:00 PM
This is excellent Tim. A Favorite! :)
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Tim Smith
Date: 1/1/2017 3:10:00 PM
Thanks so much Heidi
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