Regina Elliott Poet Free verse

Sorrow Brings Strength

Of bereavement for a nation
long ago blessed by God,
a loved one no longer at the table,
the environment of earth struggling
to be an Eden.
People clamoring for bread,
a roof over their chilled body,
some young and older-
hoping for a kind word from parents,
pray for them who seek love,
sorrow brings strength.

Do not let your tears
flow down into silent repose,
give of your heart,
your money at times,
doesn't matter if you're 
not wealthy,
the philanthropy of the
people like you and I,
who are hurting themselves too-
sorrow begets action,
sorrow brings strength. ~

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Elena Eagle January 23, 2024 at 5:15 AM A poem about reflection and humanity. This is a wonderful piece of work by you. Regina Elliott January 23, 2024 at 5:23 AM Thank you, dear Elena. May God's providence always bless you and your family. Hugs xx

Panagiota Romios January 23, 2024 at 12:14 AM Regina, it’s almost 11 o’clock at night on I/22/2024, I am greatly humbled that you mentioned me as an inspiration to this poem)))Thank you! Playing victim or helpless is also what I meant. If we do not have life mentors, we go through life proving we are better, where winning is everything? The news creating lies in our lives and we use it a map to live our lives by? Many Americans hate America! If so,be ready to live in a Commie country or be a member of a Caliphate. Huggs , Pangie xxxx Regina Elliott January 23, 2024 at 5:21 AM Thank you so much, dear Pangie. You inspired me to pause and reflect. God's bounty and blessings to you. ~

Quoth Theraven January 22, 2024 at 5:10 PM Regina, Parents, poets, and prayers. It's said that man cannot live on bread alone "Matthew 4:4". There's a gift in your verse. -Richard Regina Elliott January 23, 2024 at 5:18 AM Thank you so much, Quoth Theraven, for taking the time to read and positively comment on my poem. Many blessings to you. ~