Words of Life

Words for the speechless,
a melody for the deaf,
portrait for the blind.

Guidance for the lost,
a companion for the lonely,
acceptance for the undesired,
and comfort for the wounded.

It gives strength to the weak,
nourishment to the hungry,
A voice to the oppressed,
and freedom to the condemned.

I have been these
and poetry...
has been this for me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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