Michael Tor Poet Free verse

What Life Means To Me

Breathing in and savoring the aromatic
fragrance of an opened Princess Diana rose.
  Being there and watching my daughter
being born.
   Feeding a homeless person and enjoying
his company and sharing conversation to
learn of his life.
   Picking a needy charity and giving
knowing it will benefit a needy child or
person in need.
   Looking into my daughter's eyes and
telling her I love her and I will always be
there for her.
   Hugging all of my family and telling them
that I love each and everyone of them. 
   Holding my wife and telling her how much
I appreciate all she is and expressing my 
love to her.
   Thanking every man and woman in uniform
for their great service to our nation.
    Walking through the forest in the fall
holding hands with my wife and taking in
nature's beautiful changes.
    Shoveling my old neighbors driveway
because I know she can't do it herself.
    Cooking my favorite dish and enjoying
and savoring every morsel.
     Remembering the friends I made along
life's journey.

Thanking my Lord for all he has done and
                given to me.
         









Michael Tor 9/25/2015  What Life Means To You. Sponsored by Nayda Negron

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Joan Donnelly Ellis October 9, 2015 at 1:27 AM Straight from the heart. Wonderfully expressed Michael Tor October 9, 2015 at 4:07 AM Thank you Joan.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma September 30, 2015 at 12:26 AM Lovely poem on life with wonderful thoughts Michael! Congrats on fine win! Thnx for ur visits n continued support! Michael Tor September 30, 2015 at 6:50 PM Thank you Dr. Sharma for your support.

Skat A September 29, 2015 at 8:47 PM Michael, Congratulations on your HM placement. Love SKAT Michael Tor September 30, 2015 at 6:51 PM Thank you Skat!

Nayda Ivette Negron Flores September 29, 2015 at 1:33 PM Congratulations. Michael Tor September 29, 2015 at 7:52 PM Thank you Nayda for your contest. God bless you!

Mark Woods September 28, 2015 at 1:59 PM I love your poem, such a heartfelt write, and beautiful sentiments. Yes that is what life is about Michael Tor September 28, 2015 at 5:42 PM Thank you Mark. Love your observation.

Lara Wash September 28, 2015 at 1:44 PM Michael, appreciation goes a long way and acknowledging it goes even farther. Michael Tor September 28, 2015 at 5:43 PM Thank you so much Lara,

Constance La France September 28, 2015 at 11:58 AM Michael, you have penned some amazing things meaningful in life, wonderful 7 and thanks for visiting my poem, in response ... Michael Tor September 28, 2015 at 5:43 PM Thank you Broken Wings

Emile Pinet September 26, 2015 at 11:32 AM This poem is an absolutely beautiful story filled with love and warm human feelings. The author skillfully brought the reader into the story and we felt comfortable sharing your refreshing outlook on life. Emile. Michael Tor September 26, 2015 at 1:09 PM Emile thank you for your warm thoughts. Expressed by you means a lot to me as well as all my fellow poets who take the time to comment. Each poet has a special ingredient in their writings that they share that makes them unique and special. I love exploring the diverse writings that each poet personifies, showing off their talents and abilities to convey their talents.

Miraj Raha September 26, 2015 at 11:26 AM Yes I agree with Andrea,I loved your take on the poem,Its unique,refreshing and heartfelt. Life is indeed precious and we should be thankful what gifts it has given us,also like you I agree wholeheartedly that we should also be thankful to god. Michael Tor September 26, 2015 at 1:04 PM Mirag thank you so much for your observations. You have conveyed very appreciated thoughts. I am so pleased you mentioned God. I have to read your works. I will this evening. Once again Miraj thank you for your kind words.

Eve Roper September 26, 2015 at 9:41 AM This is a wonderful fulfilling need, Michael. Everyone should share the same feelings. Good luck in the contest a 7 and a winner to me. Hugs Eve Michael Tor September 26, 2015 at 1:00 PM Thank you Eve. I appreciate your thoughtful kind words.

Richard Lamoureux September 26, 2015 at 7:21 AM I enjoyed this thankful piece, it appears you have much to be thankful for. Michael Tor September 26, 2015 at 9:08 AM Thank you Richard. Life sometimes has its challenging moments but for the most part I am thankful. I appreciate your comments.

CayCay Godwin September 25, 2015 at 9:39 PM Absolutely beautiful, Michael. I enjoyed reading this very much, love the content ... CayCay Michael Tor September 25, 2015 at 9:42 PM Thank you CayCay your words mean a lot to me. I have to find one of yours now to read. Michael Tor September 25, 2015 at 9:40 PM Thank you Andrea how have you been. I'm trying to get some ideas put together for your contest. It is not easy. I hope you and your kitty are doing well. Maybe someday all us writers can meet somewhere and create deeper friendships than just a comment on a page. I feel a bond between all of us through comments shown and words written that I relate to and love knowing they came from special people with kindheartedness. Maybe someday, Andrea.

Andrea Dietrich September 25, 2015 at 9:33 PM I love how you did your poem for this contest. Simply wonderful!! Michael Tor September 25, 2015 at 9:45 PM Andrea I think I hit CayCay's reply and commented my thoughts written for you on hers. lol. It's getting late lol. Thank you for your comments.