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 Nov 21 07, 11:53
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 Laureate Legionnaire  Posts: 1,250 Joined: 2-August 03 From: USA Member No.: 7 Writer of: Poetry  |
Evening; crowds rush frenetically to
fully~stocked markets preparing for Thanksgiving; she beds down on large contaminated boxes, dimming streetlight her only warmth as she sleeps with the night. Morning; devoted families prepare to unite in abundance as she ravages a dumpster behind McDonald’s desirous for her “breakfast of champions”, or just one morsel. Later; giggling children frolic innocence, their stained holiday outfits of gravy and blueberry, while she praises God’s benevolence for directing her to her newly acquired Couture tattered dress buried in the rusted bottom of a trash can hidden away in her playground; a caliginous alleyway. Twilight shimmers contentment, loved-ones count blessings as she hunts refuge from uncertain weather, a newspaper blanket ready to arrest an unfeeling whipping wind. Evening; holding memories tight, another holiday passes for the grateful, now she glances up as a compassionate, well-dressed woman passes her a dollar, reeking of designer perfume, desperate tears wash her dirty cheek numb and she thanks, for giving. ·······  ·······"Imagination is more important than knowledge and encircles the world"
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Nov 22 07, 07:55
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 Mosaic Master  Posts: 18,892 Joined: 1-August 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 2 Real Name: Lori Kanter Writer of: Poetry & Prose Referred By:Imhotep |
I;ve always enjoyed this poem Lindi - thanks so much for reposting it. It really shares the true meaning of being thankful for what we have and how one small gift can mean so much.
Happy Thanksgiving!  ~Lori 
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Nov 22 07, 09:04
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Laureate Legionnaire Posts: 1,250 Joined: 2-August 03 From: USA Member No.: 7 Writer of: Poetry |
Hello Lori,
Thank you for commenting. I revised this bit and wanted to share it once again. I agree whole heartedly with you, we are so blessed and should be especially thankful for all we have on this special and historic day! I hope that you and Peter have a wonderful Thanksgiving leading into a memorable holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving! ······· ·······"Imagination is more important than knowledge and encircles the world"
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Nov 22 07, 17:33
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 Nomad Posts: 12 Joined: 1-September 03 From: Mississippi Member No.: 24 Real Name: Poppy Writer of: Poetry |
Hey Lindi! I think I remember this poem. Did you ever post it at PK?
It really has a profound message that we need to be reminded of, not just today, but every day. Nice to read your poetry again. I do need to try to hang around here more often. ······· ·······~Poppy~
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Nov 25 07, 09:21
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Laureate Legionnaire Posts: 1,250 Joined: 2-August 03 From: USA Member No.: 7 Writer of: Poetry |
Hello, Poppy!
What a blast-from-the-past! I appreciate you stopping by to read and comment on my poem. I wrote this back in 2002, but have subsequently posted it on different threads. It is nice to see you posting at Lori's exceptional site and look forward to interacting with you. Although I post at a couple of other sites to get varied interaction, this is by far the best! Unfortunately, I don't have the time I used to to write, but am trying my best to make the time to be creative as it fulfills a need. (as we all understand) Happy holidays! ······· ·······"Imagination is more important than knowledge and encircles the world"
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