Angel of the Street

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By yorkshirewriter


 

Guardian of the doorway

Faithful servant by his side

I need money not your pity reads his sign

I can feel his sense of pride.

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Watching people disapprovingly

Pass by with shaking head

Their judgement pollutes the city air

Not a single word is said.

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I've seen enough

And make a stand,

I pat his dog

And shake his hand

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We both laugh at

The crowded stare

Of faceless people

Passing there

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He greets me so warmly

And offers me a seat

Take the weight off your shoulders friend

And rest your weary feet.

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What troubles you today? he asks

As I let out a sigh.

I feel numb and empty

Came the words of my reply.

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Breathe deep, feel

Release your fears.

It's never as bad

As it ever appears.

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His calming presence

Cleansed me instantly

Giving me his friendship

And advice for free

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Thanking him I asked

Is there something I can do for you?

No, but thanks. It seems

The challenge lies with you.

Copyright © 2007 Matthew P. Nicholson

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bitv  says:
5 months ago

The words ring true to the core of what it is to be human,it is the source,the light which inspires the mind by the insight of heart.My father was homeless in the last days of his life..

"the streets are my brother..

the lost my sister..

the broken my children..

the homeless,my Lord's watch tower.'

You inspired those lines just now.

Beauty reins here sweet idler..keep writing your gift is the sight our flameless world ignites.

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yorkshirewriter  says:
5 months ago

Hi Bitv

Thanks for your kind and inspiring comments. Walk tall and carry with you a bag full of smiles to throw at the world whenever it needs it most.

One Love

Matt

MOmmagus  says:
2 months ago

Sweet! if it rhymes, i like it even more. check out my poems!!!!!!

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yorkshirewriter  says:
2 months ago

Thanks very much. I will definitely check out your work.

Matt

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