Shoes
A homeless man and his shoes31 total reviews
Comment from mvbrooks
Your comments could be a novel in itself and reminds us that no one who is breathing is truly "hopeless." The poem is poignant, balanced, the rhyme consistent and fluid. The story -- highly memorable and a strong tribute to those who trudge a lonely path.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Your comments could be a novel in itself and reminds us that no one who is breathing is truly "hopeless." The poem is poignant, balanced, the rhyme consistent and fluid. The story -- highly memorable and a strong tribute to those who trudge a lonely path.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Wow. Thank you, mvbrooks for the six stars! What a blast! Thank you for your lovely review. I think that about 80% of the homeless we helped became productive citizens again. They just needed some stability and an address so they could get benefits and then a job. We were selective. We were acquainted with most via the chess world. The addicts and alcoholics on the street, I never have money to. For them, they got hot food, coffee, and sodas. I was not alone with them. My husband and other chess players were with me. Thank you again
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you're welcome....and inspiring
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Thank You
Comment from Sharon Haiste
Your verse is well written and well rhymed with a good and clear message.
We should never look down on those who are more unfortunate, for we may find ourselves in that very place someday.
Sharon
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Your verse is well written and well rhymed with a good and clear message.
We should never look down on those who are more unfortunate, for we may find ourselves in that very place someday.
Sharon
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Thank you, Sharon for your lovely review and five star rating
Comment from Artasylum
PAMUSART: I know this is a mantra sometimes... I gave out my last 6 yesterday. This is my favorite poem I have read on this site to date. There are not enough adjectives to throw at you. Thanks for this. yours, diana
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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PAMUSART: I know this is a mantra sometimes... I gave out my last 6 yesterday. This is my favorite poem I have read on this site to date. There are not enough adjectives to throw at you. Thanks for this. yours, diana
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Your woods mean far more to me than a six star rating would. I am very touched by your comments. Thank you for the virtual six. I?ll take it! I am out of them as well. Thank you for your lovely review and five star rating
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Words. Sorry
Comment from LIJ Red
There was a movie scene about a panhandler begging for money to buy a coat as the winter came. A man gave him the coat off his back and the vagrant went away angrily muttering that he could buy no liquor with a @#$%^ coat. Excellent poem.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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There was a movie scene about a panhandler begging for money to buy a coat as the winter came. A man gave him the coat off his back and the vagrant went away angrily muttering that he could buy no liquor with a @#$%^ coat. Excellent poem.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Yes, Red. That does happen. I bought a burrito and a soda for one who only wanted booze. I was adamant. He could have the good but no cash
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Oh for got to thank you for your thoughtful review and five star rating
Comment from Harry Smith
This is a very touching poem with a prefect picture to compliment it. The poem is loaded with both imagery and emotions. The author expresses their passion for helping the homeless and I enjoy that as well.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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This is a very touching poem with a prefect picture to compliment it. The poem is loaded with both imagery and emotions. The author expresses their passion for helping the homeless and I enjoy that as well.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Thank you, Harry for your thoughtful review and five star rating
Comment from jules4jesus
wow what a fantastic heartfelt poem its such a shame that people look down on the homeless and that we as adults sometimes can think of ourselves as the upper-class when really these people could have been like us at some point
children are so pure and kind and do not judge these people they just want to see them helped
well done
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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wow what a fantastic heartfelt poem its such a shame that people look down on the homeless and that we as adults sometimes can think of ourselves as the upper-class when really these people could have been like us at some point
children are so pure and kind and do not judge these people they just want to see them helped
well done
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Exactly, Jules! The presence of the child made all of the difference.. She could see through the dirt and rags and tattered shoes and see a human being Adults tend to just ignore them. Thank you so much for the extra star. I really do appreciate it! Thank you for your nice review as well. Take care, Have a good day.
Comment from F Scott Hafner
Quite inspirational. You impress me in so many ways and this is just another. I lack your compassion, but am happy you have it. We are all just one step away from misfortune. I try to help as I can and have made some progress - but pale to the likes of you and others.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Quite inspirational. You impress me in so many ways and this is just another. I lack your compassion, but am happy you have it. We are all just one step away from misfortune. I try to help as I can and have made some progress - but pale to the likes of you and others.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Hi, Frank. Only one of the homeless I took in was unknown to me. But, some friends knew him. So, it was not like we were taking strangers home. Each had the chance to become productive members of society. Thank you for your thoughtful review and excellent rating
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
Great rhyme and meter. I saw no errors. The story is familiar. Very sad, it seems there are more and more homeless. I have a friend who quit his good job with an ins co to go into full time ministry with the homeless. He holds church services for them, brings food, clothing, bedding, baby supplies, even bikes. My work place had a contest to see which dept could bring the most supplies for him to give the homeless. (His wife work there and many know him) People went all out, it was so nice. My dept won a popcorn party. Good for you for the work you do. Thank you for doing it.
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Great rhyme and meter. I saw no errors. The story is familiar. Very sad, it seems there are more and more homeless. I have a friend who quit his good job with an ins co to go into full time ministry with the homeless. He holds church services for them, brings food, clothing, bedding, baby supplies, even bikes. My work place had a contest to see which dept could bring the most supplies for him to give the homeless. (His wife work there and many know him) People went all out, it was so nice. My dept won a popcorn party. Good for you for the work you do. Thank you for doing it.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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Hi, Roxanna. Right now the site is having issues and I can?t get to my reviews the normal way. Thank you so much for the extra star. We?re not crazy. We only took people into our homes when we knew them before they became homeless. Just as artists are called starving artists, dedicated chess players were extremely poor. Thank you for your lovely review.
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
Great rhyme and meter. I saw no errors. The story is familiar. Very sad, it seems there are more and more homeless. I have a friend who quit his good job with an ins co to go into full time ministry with the homeless. He holds church services for them, brings food, clothing, bedding, baby supplies, even bikes. My work place had a contest to see which dept could bring the most supplies for him to give the homeless. (His wife work there and many know him) People went all out, it was so nice. My dept won a popcorn party. Good for you for the work you do. Thank you for doing it.
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Great rhyme and meter. I saw no errors. The story is familiar. Very sad, it seems there are more and more homeless. I have a friend who quit his good job with an ins co to go into full time ministry with the homeless. He holds church services for them, brings food, clothing, bedding, baby supplies, even bikes. My work place had a contest to see which dept could bring the most supplies for him to give the homeless. (His wife work there and many know him) People went all out, it was so nice. My dept won a popcorn party. Good for you for the work you do. Thank you for doing it.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2018
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I am getting this review again. I think I already responded. The next six reviews in this Q are all repeats of this one..I had to move to my laptop to see them Thank you again, I will not respond to all of the duplicates
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So sorry, when I clicked save it wouldn't do anythings so of course I kept clicking on it. I din't know if you received the review, I figured you hadn't since the site froze, so sorry about all the clicks.
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
Great rhyme and meter. I saw no errors. The story is familiar. Very sad, it seems there are more and more homeless. I have a friend who quit his good job with an ins co to go into full time ministry with the homeless. He holds church services for them, brings food, clothing, bedding, baby supplies, even bikes. My work place had a contest to see which dept could bring the most supplies for him to give the homeless. (His wife work there and many know him) People went all out, it was so nice. My dept won a popcorn party. Good for you for the work you do. Thank you for doing it.
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Great rhyme and meter. I saw no errors. The story is familiar. Very sad, it seems there are more and more homeless. I have a friend who quit his good job with an ins co to go into full time ministry with the homeless. He holds church services for them, brings food, clothing, bedding, baby supplies, even bikes. My work place had a contest to see which dept could bring the most supplies for him to give the homeless. (His wife work there and many know him) People went all out, it was so nice. My dept won a popcorn party. Good for you for the work you do. Thank you for doing it.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2018
