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The Food Bank Store

There's been bedlam down at the food bank store Rushing and shoving through the opened door I've even seen fighting there on the floor. What's happening to people, can’t they share? When it appears there's hunger everywhere All we need is some love, kindness and care. * * * Again I'm going to the food bank store For my little girl Daisy Loo, who's four Always hungry and it hurts to the core. Life has not been cushy since her dad strayed I wouldn't have him back if on knees he prayed By him and my best friend I was betrayed. She is welcome to him he's nought but trash Having a love affair behind my back Without care for me or our little lass. Though it's tough to manage without one's man I work every day to earn all I can I clean houses while Daisy Loo’s with nan. Can't believe her dad just up sticks and went Not much is left after paying the rent To feed my daughter when all has been spent. As for the hubby, he's past history Food bank store manager's coming to tea He's fond of Daisy Loo and fond of me. Tonight chefs special will be beans on toast And I’m going to be the perfect host Believe me I almost gave up the ghost. Food bank store team and all donators too Thank you most kindly and God bless all you Much love from me and my girl Daisy Loo. * * * 4th August 2021 Panic at the Food Bank Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Kai Michael Neumann

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James Marshall Goff

Date: 9/15/2021 10:39:00 AM

Good work, Belle...was pushed out of my job at age 60 few yrs back & struggled, food banks were a blessing, things are ok now, but forever aware, thanks for this poem, james

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 9/16/2021 5:07:00 PM

Thank you James, there’s been times when me and mine have struggled too, as you say, we’re forever aware… Belle

Beata Agustin

Date: 8/23/2021 4:21:00 AM

Congrats! Thanks for sharing this wisdom of yours, exposing grim reality while expressing so much hope. God bless you.

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 9/3/2021 7:10:00 PM

Just saw your reply Beata, thank you and God bless you too… Belle

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 8/22/2021 11:24:00 AM

I remember reading this heart touching write before. Guess I didn't comment. You captured the real life story of many women. Congratulations on your well deserved win. A bit busy, so could not reply to your comments. Sorry for that. Hope you are fine

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/22/2021 5:01:00 PM

Hi Rama, I get busy too and can’t get to reply to poems as much as I’d like too. Thank you for this and all is well, hope it’s the same for you… Belle

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/22/2021 8:42:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful but sad story/write. Food banks and churches are helping people. Remember to donate when you can. You may need help one day. Have a blessed day..................

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/22/2021 5:05:00 PM

Thank you Paula, I do donate to food banks, hate to think people are going hungry, it could happen to any of us. Blessings, Belle

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 8/8/2021 11:35:00 PM

Hello Belle ... your poem tells a fine story for those going through adversity but finding help is not too far away - another fine verse Belle - Lindsay

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/8/2021 11:41:00 PM

Hi Lindsay, help is there for the needy, that’s a good thing, but it really shouldn’t be happening in the world these days, no one should be going hungry it’s so sad. Thank you… Belle

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 8/6/2021 7:35:00 PM

The many experiencing hard times often turn to good banks as a last resort. They are a blessing indeed. Your poem is captivating, and I love the story it tells. Blessings, Evelyn

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/6/2021 7:52:00 PM

Hi Evelyn, it’s a sad thing when folk have to rely on food banks, but there’s always hope that things will change first the better. Thank you for your encouraging review, most grateful… Belle

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/6/2021 6:55:00 AM

Ahh! It has been some really hard times since 2019 when all this tohubohu started because of the virus. People who had worked no longer had jobs and I don't see how they survived. On TV in our state I saw where farmers had to harrow under crops because they could not get them out of the field.They did not have the help, truckers weren't working, and the food chain had been shifted from the restaurant to people having to cook at home. Anyway, I wanted to say thank you for the visit to my blog. SK

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/6/2021 12:33:00 PM

Hi Sara, things have got much worse since covid began in so many ways, can imagine many more are having to rely on food banks now, thank goodness for the lovely people who donate what they can. Thank you for this and your blog… Belle

Panagiota Romios

Date: 8/5/2021 5:16:00 PM

Golly, hope you win Ist place, this is well penned. In the USA, many sitting on their backsides, refusing to work.jobs are plentiful! People_ a new breed. Food banks are great.it gives us a chance to contribute to those having a rough time. Nobody has Kwashikor here nor are they covered with flies. Many organizations in the USA, work here and worldwide. That’s a plus. I am FAVING this. Story and heart interwoven into one! Panagiota

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/5/2021 7:56:00 PM

Hi Panagiota, I’ve not heard of anyone having Kwashikor here in England and hope I never do. There are lots of food banks set up here to cater for people in need. We have the same problems with some who are capable of working - shirking, a worldwide problem. Thank you so much, I appreciate you reading and commenting so generously. Belle

Sotto Poet

Date: 8/5/2021 3:32:00 PM

Great poem Belle, It is a shame that people in this day and era still experience starvation. Homeless shelters and food banks are positive things to alleviate this issue. Best for a win, Belle

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/5/2021 7:45:00 PM

It is a shame people are going hungry in this day and age and what a blessing it is that food banks are there for those in need. Thank you Lasaad… Belle

Alexis Y.

Date: 8/5/2021 11:18:00 AM

WoW! Belle, It is so sad that there is still much hunger in the world; food banks are a blessing. The fact that folk treats others needing help as “ unkind” lack “food” of another kind. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day:-) Alexis

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/5/2021 7:42:00 PM

Hi Alexis, food banks are a blessing to those in need and donate myself via our local church. “There for the grace of God go I” comes to mind, no one knows what the future holds. “Those who share are those who care.” Belle :-)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 8/5/2021 3:20:00 AM

The first two stanzas have a deep message and love the accompanying story, Belle, all the best:)

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/5/2021 9:43:00 AM

Thank you Jo, appreciated. Best wishes to you too. Belle

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/5/2021 1:17:00 AM

Sad that in this society food banks are essential to many. Sign of the times I suppose. Tom PS, I love beans on toast, with a shot of Worcester sauce.

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/5/2021 2:28:00 AM

It’s really sad some folk have to rely on food banks Tom, but one of life’s realities. I love beans on toast too and they’re a good source of protein. Thank you… Belle

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 8/4/2021 11:22:00 PM

Beans on toast? I never had it and hope never will. But then, when you're hungry, anything goes. Hugs

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 8/5/2021 2:26:00 AM

You are missing out there Victor, baked beans are delicious and a good stand by…. Thank you! ~ Hugs Belle