Unlovely

UNLOVELY

unlovely, even ugly —
looks like a brown hand is sculpted to side of his face.
i admit it, had to say a prayer.

yet, his voice was the same, as any other.
i had to rely on mind over matter.

this dear soul will remain with me;
so afraid of mankind that differs from us.

yet he was heaven sent, i know this
and i’m blessed, that today

he asked for my help, and i stayed
by his side attentively.

God bless the unlovely;
one day, i shall meet this man in paradise,

with the face of a beautiful man
and i’ll cry. . .

i know i will.

8/8/2019
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Krutsinger Avatar
August 10, 2019 at 6:12 PM
It is a gorgeous being who can see past the imperfections that cause us to look strange or difference and see our soul. Your poem has reminded us why the outside appearance is not important.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 10, 2019 at 6:17 PM
Our minds want to betray us...not seeing to what us is normal but we must push on.
Pandit Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 4:57 PM
Words of care and empathy..exactly what is needed in today's world..you have a loving heart my friend..may God always bless you, Kim.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 5:53 PM
And you too, dear friend! Thank you!
Wolf Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 1:46 PM
This hits the jackpot for me, Kim. A very inspiring write indeed. May it play out exactly as you've penned it! :) gw
Rodrigues Avatar
August 8, 2019 at 2:17 PM
Thanks, Gershon! :)
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