
It was a soft October night —
quietly fell the snow,
flake by gentle flake —
making domes on fence posts,
on mailboxes,
tracing upturned branches
of waiting trees.
I know you heard me
on the porch
(you always do)
thought it was
a stirring of the breeze,
or moaning
of the boards
Drawn
to quiet times
knowing you are here,
I feel your peace
(alone)
and come to you.
You know I’m here,
can feel my warmth.
I see you smile.
Let us sit in silence.
Nestle
in my embrace.
Words
need not be spoken
as we watch the melting stars,
listen for the chorus
singing somewhere else.
This moment
all that matters —
quiet filled with you.
…
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Thank you very much, Chuck, for reblogging my poem. I appreciate your support and encouragement.
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Awesome poem, Dennis!! Love the love, joy and peace from the unseen but still Beloved!!! Bellissimo!!!
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Thank you for your kind words, Chuck. I am humbled and honored.
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THANK YOUFOR YOUR COMPASSIONATE CHAMPIONING OF THE PORR AND HOMELESS! HAVE REBLOGGED–SO MORE MAY KNOW AND ACT!
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Thank you Jonathan. The conversations I’ve had with my friends on the streets were very enjoyable and inspiring. It was a unique opportunity that I am very thankful for, especially since so many of these friends have now passed. Life on the streets takes its toll at a very young age.
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Yes.
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Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
A GOOD CAUSE—STRIKE, DON’T PAUSE! 😀
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Thank you, Jonathan, for reblogging my poem. Your support and encouragement are much appreciated.
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My pleasure.
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I suppose I feel, in living out God’s love, part of my expressing compassion is sharing stories from them that need some.
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I agree, Jonathan, these friends live on as long as their stories are read. I deeply appreciate them as part of my street family. Family stays with us forever.
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Thank you, Rene, for your continued support and encouragement. I am humbly honored to be your friend.
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Likewise Dennis, I am honored!
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