Best Treasuring Poems

"Poetry is a life-cherishing force. For poems are not words, 
after all, but fires for the cold, ropes let down to the lost, 
something as necessary as bread in the pockets of the hungry."
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A former friend of mine
tricked me into becoming
something I am not

The volunteer President
of our condo association,
a position I clearly cannot afford
midst trifling disassociations.

We were starting our Autumn tradition
of arguing about next year's budget
which typically continues
until we recommend something utterly preposterous
to our membership
which they will certify
remains...

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Having thrived within love’s protective fence
Secured to abide inside serene hedge
Nourished along care, surpassing word-pledge
My heart bloomed against rudeness-pestilence.

Triumphing well over domestic trials
Beloved home stood by sovereign grace
As parents anchored children with their brace
Defying attacks of hate-betrayals.

With my beloved family’s presence
Virtues have been delightfully nurtured
Midst...

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