Out of Sight-Out of Mind
This one speaks for itself19 total reviews
Comment from catch22
Hi Jesse, I really like the message in this write about seeing the humanity in all people. Your observations apply to a lot of people that dismiss poverty as someone else's fault, and simply not their problem. It's sad that so many can be so selfish to the suffering of others...
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2019
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Hi Jesse, I really like the message in this write about seeing the humanity in all people. Your observations apply to a lot of people that dismiss poverty as someone else's fault, and simply not their problem. It's sad that so many can be so selfish to the suffering of others...
Comment Written 03-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 04-Jun-2019
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Selfish and heartless. Blaming others for their misfortune is not only wrong, but it placates them into seeing it as none of their business. Homelessness is everybody's problem. Humanity, of which you speak, is in short supply these days. I am glad you like the message and show compassion and caring. Thank you for reading, reviewing, and for taking the time to care.
Take care, Jesse
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You are very welcome and I agree completely.
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Thanks, again. I guess we are on the same page with this one. Nice to know.
Jesse
Comment from June Sargent
So sad, but true. Just ignoring a problem does not erase it. But that unfortunately is how many choose to deal with the homeless. They will not disappear just because we refuse to look at them. Thank you fir shining a light on this issue.
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2019
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So sad, but true. Just ignoring a problem does not erase it. But that unfortunately is how many choose to deal with the homeless. They will not disappear just because we refuse to look at them. Thank you fir shining a light on this issue.
Comment Written 01-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2019
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Thank you for highlighting the gist of what I was saying in this piece on homelessness. Your insights are very true. I appreciate your support and show of compassion for the homeless. Thank you for the excellent review.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Nice image, Jesse.
-This is a good poem
that outlines the
homeless problem
in your area.
-It is such a massive
one that I don't know
what kinds of answers there are.
-I would think that service
organizations would lend a hand.
-I don't think hand outs are the
answer, but then, what is?
-I am sure you are right
about there being more
to take their place.
-The concluding line is
a good one and shows
how many people probably think.
-Thanks for sharing; I hope
there are some strategies
that can be part of the solution.
reply by the author on 31-May-2019
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-Nice image, Jesse.
-This is a good poem
that outlines the
homeless problem
in your area.
-It is such a massive
one that I don't know
what kinds of answers there are.
-I would think that service
organizations would lend a hand.
-I don't think hand outs are the
answer, but then, what is?
-I am sure you are right
about there being more
to take their place.
-The concluding line is
a good one and shows
how many people probably think.
-Thanks for sharing; I hope
there are some strategies
that can be part of the solution.
Comment Written 31-May-2019
reply by the author on 31-May-2019
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Thank you, Pam, for your inclusive, insightful review. I appreciate you addressing the problem and possible solutions, or lack thereof. I think awareness is the first step. Then, compassion for others less fortunate. The actions needed to take place are multiple and complicated. Approached as the serious problem that it is, we can come up with solutions if we put our minds together. What many of them need, is a hand up, not a handout. Thank you for letting me get on my soapbox. Now, I'll step down. Thank you for reading, reviewing, and for caring.
Take care, Jesse
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You are very welcome for the review and observations. You have the right idea. The hardest thing is implementing them. It isn't possible for just a few people, but it's a start. Maybe a few can grow to more. I know you care, too.
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Thank you. I do care, very much so. One day, it could be me who needs a hand up. I hope someone is there to offer it.
Jesse
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Thanks for sharing, Jesse. I think they will be. Take care.
Comment from JudyE
This certainly does speak for itself. Homelessness is a major problem in many countries. It sometimes seems the authorities are helpless to solve the problem but I don't think they try hard enough.
reply by the author on 31-May-2019
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This certainly does speak for itself. Homelessness is a major problem in many countries. It sometimes seems the authorities are helpless to solve the problem but I don't think they try hard enough.
Comment Written 31-May-2019
reply by the author on 31-May-2019
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Thank you, Judy, for taking this seriously and seeing that not enough is done to help the homeless. "The authorities" are elected, most of them, by us. We need to impress on them the importance of finding solutions. Awareness, and then, compassion are the first steps needed, to be taken by all of us. Thank you for reading, reviewing, and most of all, caring.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Teri7
This is a very well written poem about how some view the homeless. I wish they all had a place to stay and keep warm in the cold and cool in the heat. If we have a home with food and water we are truly blessed. Very good poem. Blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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This is a very well written poem about how some view the homeless. I wish they all had a place to stay and keep warm in the cold and cool in the heat. If we have a home with food and water we are truly blessed. Very good poem. Blessings, Teri
Comment Written 30-May-2019
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Thank you, Teri, for the compassionate review. Compassion is the first step. And, it is a big one. Thank you for seeing the importance of the issue of homelessness. We, who have a home, are very fortunate, and can't afford to take that for granted. I appreciate your positive words toward my writing skills. Thank you for reading, reviewing, and for caring.
Take care, Jesse
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You are so welcome my friend! Keep on caring my friend!
Comment from Gail Denham
It's become such a horrible problem esp. in the cities, where businesses have had to move because of sleepers in their doorways and trash and garbage right there. What is to be done? It's a huge problem. WE have many tent-livers in the woods near us. Many organizations try to feed, cloth, help with shelter. It's never enough.
You've presented the problem well - now what is the answer I wonder?
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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It's become such a horrible problem esp. in the cities, where businesses have had to move because of sleepers in their doorways and trash and garbage right there. What is to be done? It's a huge problem. WE have many tent-livers in the woods near us. Many organizations try to feed, cloth, help with shelter. It's never enough.
You've presented the problem well - now what is the answer I wonder?
Comment Written 30-May-2019
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Thank you for spelling it out so succinctly. The homeless situation is getting worse all of the time. I think the answer is in multiple stages. First, awareness. Then, compassion. Then, working with our local governments to put a priority on solving the reasons people are homeless in the first place. At the local, county, state, and federal levels-we need to find real solutions to all of the causes of homelessness. No matter what your political leanings are, the answers are deep within us to care about our fellow human beings. That's my 'take' on it. I'm open to other solutions. Thank you for asking for an answer. That is the first step.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from evesayshi
In my opinion, I regret I have no more Six Stars, because this relevant and timely write certainly deserves such praise - well constructed and striking in both smooth verse and imagery - an important issue effectively presented...
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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In my opinion, I regret I have no more Six Stars, because this relevant and timely write certainly deserves such praise - well constructed and striking in both smooth verse and imagery - an important issue effectively presented...
Comment Written 30-May-2019
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Thank you so much for the 'virtual' sixth star! That means as much to me as the 'real' extra star. I love your synopsis of the piece. I thank you, kindly, for the wonderful words of praise for a work well done. I appreciate your thoughtful caring to see the importance of this issue. Thanks, again, for the excellent review.
Take care, Jesse
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You are very welcome indeed, Jesse...Eve
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Wow -- what a sad commentary on attitudes and such... :( ;( This is one of your writes, Jesse, that really hits home because instead of 'preaching to' your reader, you take the approach of telling a story so that the reader's feelings get 'caught up' and they end up invested before they are aware of it! ;) ;) Great Job! And those tall, ice-covered trees do a complimentary point to your poem as the illustrate the cold isolation of those that live up and away from the problem... Thank you for sharing! ;) Yvette
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Wow -- what a sad commentary on attitudes and such... :( ;( This is one of your writes, Jesse, that really hits home because instead of 'preaching to' your reader, you take the approach of telling a story so that the reader's feelings get 'caught up' and they end up invested before they are aware of it! ;) ;) Great Job! And those tall, ice-covered trees do a complimentary point to your poem as the illustrate the cold isolation of those that live up and away from the problem... Thank you for sharing! ;) Yvette
Comment Written 30-May-2019
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Thank you, Yvette, for nailing how I was trying to come across. Thank you so much for your kind, thoughtful words. I am glad you noticed my choice of the ice-covered trees to represent the isolation so many homeless feels. I always appreciate your 'take' on my posts. Thank you for reading, reviewing, and for caring.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Joan E.
Thank you for confronting this difficult, social issue, with many individuals across our country being representing by "Patrick". Even those who support housing for the homeless do not want it in "their backyard". We still have a long way to grow before we are capable of judging others "by their character" rather than their appearance. Sighs- Joan
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Thank you for confronting this difficult, social issue, with many individuals across our country being representing by "Patrick". Even those who support housing for the homeless do not want it in "their backyard". We still have a long way to grow before we are capable of judging others "by their character" rather than their appearance. Sighs- Joan
Comment Written 29-May-2019
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Yes, it does cross the lines of whether to ignore the problem or do something about it. I like your analysis on the long way we have to grow to judge others fairly. There are a lot of "Patricks" in our country. Good, upstanding people who just don't want to get involved. Thank you, Joan, for your supportive and insightful review. It means a lot.
Take care, Jesse
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I appreciate your accepting attitude about those who do not agree with you. I have been trying to "catch folks doing the right thing" as opposed to being disturbed by their failures!
Smiles- Joan
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I love that idea of catching people doing the right thing! Being positive always makes me feel better. I like being on the same team as you.
Smiles back at you, Jesse
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Thanks for being on the same team as we go through life trying to be more positive. Smiles- Joan
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Right On, Joan!
Jesse
Comment from Janice Canerdy
This is a very well-written, heart-wrenching poem. Homelessness is
on the rise. The reasons are myriad. I won't pretend to have an answer
to the question, "How do we get them all off the streets, working at good-paying jobs, on health insurance, etc.!
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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This is a very well-written, heart-wrenching poem. Homelessness is
on the rise. The reasons are myriad. I won't pretend to have an answer
to the question, "How do we get them all off the streets, working at good-paying jobs, on health insurance, etc.!
Comment Written 29-May-2019
reply by the author on 30-May-2019
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Thank you, Janice, for your kind words and supportive review. I don't know the 'answer' either. But, I do know that awareness is the first step toward compassion.
Take care, Jesse
