The lost and forgotten
Christmas isn't always happy.10 total reviews
Comment from mermaids
There are so many great messages in your poem. I like how this man turned his life around and was able to give to others. Your words remind the reader of Christ's presence this time of year, He is the reason for the season and we should follow His path. Excellent poetic form and use of words to tell a Christmas tale we all need to read. This is an excellent entry for the contest.
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2017
There are so many great messages in your poem. I like how this man turned his life around and was able to give to others. Your words remind the reader of Christ's presence this time of year, He is the reason for the season and we should follow His path. Excellent poetic form and use of words to tell a Christmas tale we all need to read. This is an excellent entry for the contest.
Comment Written 09-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2017
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Hello Elaine, Hope I remembered your name right. Thank you so very much for the in-depth review of my poem. It is most appreciated. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from RGstar
Good luck with this, dear friend. You took up all the reasons to be grateful., for there are no guarantees, and some only get that one chance. I hope a gift will be there for the needy. I do charity 3 times a week, rain snow or shine. It is easy to become such these days, much easier than fore.
Bravo.
My best to you, dear Aussie.
RG
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2017
Good luck with this, dear friend. You took up all the reasons to be grateful., for there are no guarantees, and some only get that one chance. I hope a gift will be there for the needy. I do charity 3 times a week, rain snow or shine. It is easy to become such these days, much easier than fore.
Bravo.
My best to you, dear Aussie.
RG
Comment Written 08-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2017
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Hello dear charity helper! Wish there were more of you! It must be dreadful for homeless in the winter. Australia does hand out bed rolls and food stalls. We are an affluent country (like you) there should not be folks sleeping rough. When I was growing up in the fifties, there was no such thing. Thank you for reading my dear friend, Kay XX
Comment from red6560
I found this poem very touching. I have hustled past the homeless and shamefully passed judgement. We should remember we are blessed and to should give. My father was actually homeless as a teenager. A product of our foster system. Best wishes.
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2017
I found this poem very touching. I have hustled past the homeless and shamefully passed judgement. We should remember we are blessed and to should give. My father was actually homeless as a teenager. A product of our foster system. Best wishes.
Comment Written 07-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2017
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Thank you for reading and sharing your story too. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
This speaks how unfortunate the man has been, once a businessman s now begs to live on road, drug addiction did this; he also celebrated Christmas; Jesus helps those who gifts at meal; I liked.
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2017
This speaks how unfortunate the man has been, once a businessman s now begs to live on road, drug addiction did this; he also celebrated Christmas; Jesus helps those who gifts at meal; I liked.
Comment Written 07-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2017
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Hello my friend, thank you for reading. PS contact fanstory and ask Tom and see if you can get a sponsor? Blessings, Kay. I wish I could help, I can't sponsor you.
Comment from nancy_e_davis
Indeed, with the Holidays coming up we need to think of those folks who are not as fortunate as we are.
Our super market has bags of food made up and we can purchase a bag for five dollars and it is set aside to feed those less fortunate during the Holidays. Good thoughts Kay. Hugs Nancy
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
Indeed, with the Holidays coming up we need to think of those folks who are not as fortunate as we are.
Our super market has bags of food made up and we can purchase a bag for five dollars and it is set aside to feed those less fortunate during the Holidays. Good thoughts Kay. Hugs Nancy
Comment Written 07-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
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Hugs back Nancy. Thanks so much for reading my friend. We even have a large basket for donations for our animals in shelters. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
What a lovely poem for the Christmas poem contest, Kay. There are many people in this position and it's getting worse. The rich get fatter the poor are starving. When we look at these people in the shop doorways, we must remember that it could be us one day. Well done, my friend. Good luck! :) Sandra
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
What a lovely poem for the Christmas poem contest, Kay. There are many people in this position and it's getting worse. The rich get fatter the poor are starving. When we look at these people in the shop doorways, we must remember that it could be us one day. Well done, my friend. Good luck! :) Sandra
Comment Written 07-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
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Hello my freezing friend! Thanks for dropping in and reading. Yes, we need to think of the less fortunate. Not only do they miss out on food, they miss out on love. Blessings my little frog in UK.
Comment from PoemsOfDD
Kace, this is a well written entry for the Christmas poem contest. I enjoyed how the story unfolded telling of not just a homeless man but how he came to be in that position. It is a story of reflection and acts as a reminder that everyone needs love and attention and giving kindly is a good way of life. I appreciated the poem ending on a happier note. Well done on this enjoyable read and best of luck in the competition. ~DD
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
Kace, this is a well written entry for the Christmas poem contest. I enjoyed how the story unfolded telling of not just a homeless man but how he came to be in that position. It is a story of reflection and acts as a reminder that everyone needs love and attention and giving kindly is a good way of life. I appreciated the poem ending on a happier note. Well done on this enjoyable read and best of luck in the competition. ~DD
Comment Written 07-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
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Thank you DD. Santa isn't far away and we get so wound up in festivities, we do forget those less fortunate. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from l.raven
HI Kace, I always do sweetie pie...my heart goes out to them...some just have nowhere to go...and not their fault...life is just not fair sometimes...sigh...tears my sweet friend...very well written with a strong message...take care of the homeless...love your poem...and the picture says it all...love ya you...Linda xxoo
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
HI Kace, I always do sweetie pie...my heart goes out to them...some just have nowhere to go...and not their fault...life is just not fair sometimes...sigh...tears my sweet friend...very well written with a strong message...take care of the homeless...love your poem...and the picture says it all...love ya you...Linda xxoo
Comment Written 06-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
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Hello Lindy Lou, Thanks for reading my friend. Amongst all the festivities, we do forget the lost and lonely. Christmas is a time of joy and new life; Santa might come to you if I put in a good word...Hee, Hee. Love, Kace.
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your so welcome Sweetie Pie....and I'll put in a good word for you as well...loveeeeee you...xxoo love
Comment from Sasha
This is excellent and tells such a moving story. The Salvation Army is a wonderful organization that had done so much for so many in need. I miss hearing the bell jingle and the proud soldier standing beside the pot. We have them here, but they don't ring the bell they wave a light. As I said, excellent work with this and definitely a reminder to not forget those already forgotten.
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
This is excellent and tells such a moving story. The Salvation Army is a wonderful organization that had done so much for so many in need. I miss hearing the bell jingle and the proud soldier standing beside the pot. We have them here, but they don't ring the bell they wave a light. As I said, excellent work with this and definitely a reminder to not forget those already forgotten.
Comment Written 06-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
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Thank you Mrs Pumpkin! I'm glad you enjoyed a different take on Christmas. The Sally's are wonderful people, they were the first in the front lines during the war, my dad served and he said they were there with a cup of tea. Love, Kay.
Comment from GracieAnn
Kay,
This Christmas Poetry contest submission has strong and emotive words to relay the importance of what giving truly means. God says to take care of orphans, widows and the poor. Nice C alliterations. All the best in the contest! :0 GracieAnn
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
Kay,
This Christmas Poetry contest submission has strong and emotive words to relay the importance of what giving truly means. God says to take care of orphans, widows and the poor. Nice C alliterations. All the best in the contest! :0 GracieAnn
Comment Written 06-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2017
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G'day Gracie Ann, Thanks so much for dropping in to read. We even have a large container at the supermarket, for dog and cat food. Bless you Possum XXK.