CSP: A Collection of Poems
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Comment from bard owl
BOy, the last verse in this poem says it all. "There but for the grace of God goes I" applies in so many cases of various circumstances. This poem really makes the reader stop and think about how unfair life and judgement by others can be. Excellent, of course. Blessings, Linda
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BOy, the last verse in this poem says it all. "There but for the grace of God goes I" applies in so many cases of various circumstances. This poem really makes the reader stop and think about how unfair life and judgement by others can be. Excellent, of course. Blessings, Linda
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Dreamdancer
Hello wonderful lady,
Sad but true that most people are on the verge of being homeless. Here in the states they say we are just about one pay check away from the streets. If you get the chance take a look at my poem "Insignificant" Great write my friend and thank you for sharing... Dreamdancer
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Hello wonderful lady,
Sad but true that most people are on the verge of being homeless. Here in the states they say we are just about one pay check away from the streets. If you get the chance take a look at my poem "Insignificant" Great write my friend and thank you for sharing... Dreamdancer
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Scarlettdreams
I think that is very true. I do know first hand that there are also some sheisters out there that make out quite well. I always try to make sure I give to those truly in need. Bravo
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I think that is very true. I do know first hand that there are also some sheisters out there that make out quite well. I always try to make sure I give to those truly in need. Bravo
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from joan marie
This is a great poem. I wrote a short story about homeless people called Conversatons on a Park Bench, The Power of One Small Stone. I have a few reasons other than alcohol or drug addiction reasons in it. Too many people are invisible and got there through no fault of their own. joan marie
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This is a great poem. I wrote a short story about homeless people called Conversatons on a Park Bench, The Power of One Small Stone. I have a few reasons other than alcohol or drug addiction reasons in it. Too many people are invisible and got there through no fault of their own. joan marie
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Joan E.
It is interesting to me to note that while reading your first stanza, I was thinking "there but for the grace..." and you effectively used the quote as your finale. Thank you for reminding us of the multiple and complex causes of homelessness, and in perfect rhyme, no less.
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It is interesting to me to note that while reading your first stanza, I was thinking "there but for the grace..." and you effectively used the quote as your finale. Thank you for reminding us of the multiple and complex causes of homelessness, and in perfect rhyme, no less.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from jeslaf
In the times we're living in, this is likely the cause of more homelessness than previous years. Your piece is great social commentary. :)
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In the times we're living in, this is likely the cause of more homelessness than previous years. Your piece is great social commentary. :)
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from rmdelta
sue, a very sensitive story about such a horrible fate. There, but for the grace...you know the rest. Great descriptives throughout the writing and would have been a wonderful contest entry. Well done, my friend.
Reggie
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sue, a very sensitive story about such a horrible fate. There, but for the grace...you know the rest. Great descriptives throughout the writing and would have been a wonderful contest entry. Well done, my friend.
Reggie
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from whotneckst
what a great poem, and with such a profound ending, to make everyone think twice when forming an opinion about some one or something. Thought provoking ...indeed.
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what a great poem, and with such a profound ending, to make everyone think twice when forming an opinion about some one or something. Thought provoking ...indeed.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Poetic Friend
Wow, Sue, this is a poignant poem! You are correct, as onlookers, we do not know the homeless' plights. Immediately, some people think of laziness, which is usually not the case.
Your poem provides insight to their worlds Thank you for sharing this poem. May it touch many.
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Wow, Sue, this is a poignant poem! You are correct, as onlookers, we do not know the homeless' plights. Immediately, some people think of laziness, which is usually not the case.
Your poem provides insight to their worlds Thank you for sharing this poem. May it touch many.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Domino
Hi, Sue.
This contest was originally my idea and has been brought back (no royalties have come my way, as usual, LOL) I wrote a longish one on the subject as I saw a lot of em in the past and could do a degree empathise. I'd disagree with your ending notes and think many are oblivious to their plight, after a while. This is brought about by either mental illness (and lack of care) or alcohol, or in most cases both. I think this is a Godsend as the unawareness eases their mental hopelessness, and i reckon many vagrants (we call em tramps) are better off than you and I, who worry about the slightest thing.
I sure agree with your poems end, and thankfully you have a big heart to care. Ray xx
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Hi, Sue.
This contest was originally my idea and has been brought back (no royalties have come my way, as usual, LOL) I wrote a longish one on the subject as I saw a lot of em in the past and could do a degree empathise. I'd disagree with your ending notes and think many are oblivious to their plight, after a while. This is brought about by either mental illness (and lack of care) or alcohol, or in most cases both. I think this is a Godsend as the unawareness eases their mental hopelessness, and i reckon many vagrants (we call em tramps) are better off than you and I, who worry about the slightest thing.
I sure agree with your poems end, and thankfully you have a big heart to care. Ray xx
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009