The City Opens Its Arms

As we walk outside the 
  city opens its' arms to us 
A friendly crossing guard 
     signals to cross the
intersection safely 
    At the bus stop a woman 
holds her son's hand
   As I walk towards work 
I notice the warmth of the air 
   Spring has finally arrived in the 
city!
   Scores of students 
walk towards the community college 
   where I work
After stopping off for a scone 
  and some green tea
I work with students 
   on their English grammar 
and summarizing 
  All around me are those 
who want to learn and improve their lives
  The city has opened its' arms 
to these new immigrants 
   who are hardworking 
and an asset to our land

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016



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Date: 6/14/2016 12:18:00 PM
A refreshingly vibrant depiction of modern life, Matthew - an enjoyable read...
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Date: 5/4/2016 5:33:00 PM
I think one mark of a great writer is being able to appreciate beauty in routine things. So often, we take for granted that which we see every day, the places we go and people we interact with frequently. It's refreshing that you were able to so aptly bring to life that which you see in your every-day life. Thank you!
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Date: 5/1/2016 4:05:00 PM
There is such a warmth displayed in the tone of this piece. Feeling welcomed always aids in learning. Lovely write.
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Date: 4/27/2016 7:37:00 PM
Hi Matthew, thank you for this lovely read, sounds typical, takes me back to the days when I used to go to school which was a damn long time ago, take care.......Vera
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Date: 4/26/2016 3:55:00 AM
Valued thought is well depicted. A nice poem. Enjoyed........hugs
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Date: 4/26/2016 12:10:00 AM
your mom sounds able bodied like mine. I hope both our moms live a long long time!!
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Date: 4/22/2016 12:10:00 AM
Matt, it's a beautiful land to share... You are perfect for the set... A teacher has so much to give... love Linda.
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Date: 4/21/2016 9:06:00 PM
lovely slice of life in your ESL world. You and I are so alike in what we do each day, but in your world I think are a lot more students. I sometimes have only two or three in my class!!
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Date: 4/20/2016 9:36:00 PM
Dear Mattew Wondrerful piece and so well expressed just enjoyed every line and verse my poetic friend, and glad you enjoyed your visit to my site as well, great comment, cheri
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Date: 4/19/2016 5:04:00 PM
you've captured this very well, matthew...
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