Sweet aromatic therapy
my plans for the evening,
relaxation and meditation
after a long day at work.
My mind is now on mute-
engulfed in sweet fragrances,
spending down time on the chaise,
relaxed on chill,
when the mind began to wander
finding its way to the homeless man
from the other day…
I’ve seen homeless before,
the heartstrings are always pulled-
going from concerned to sorrow-
then to helplessness.
But, homelessness has taken on a new facelift
the outcome looks like you and me.
It’s not easily recognizable at times,
it’s hidden behind a smile,
look closely into the faces of the ladies, men,
and children at church,
your co-workers,
family or friends,
you’re find it there.
It wandered into my path
the other day.
I looked into the eyes of fear and desperation.
It was the face of a 76 years old man.
Some hearts are hardened
to its plight,
because some have been scammed.
I gave no resistance the other day
to sow my seeds of kindness.
Now, as I sink further into thoughts
attempting to relax
in aromatic calm,
I must take a moment –
to imagine the stench
the homeless bask in
to escape to a
place they consider home.
Awesome poem Yvonne! Your words touched so many emotions, and I like you believe that we can and need to sow seeds of selfless and genuine kindness and love to those we might find are in need! God bless my sister and may your thanksgiving be amazingly blessed!
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Thanks Wendell! May you continue to keep a heart of gratitude and goodness and mercy follow you.
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Wonderful poem! touching!
– Peace 🙂
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Thanks! Peace returned to you!
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Lovely poem. Heartfelt 🌸- let’s open our hearts to those in need. Let’s be of service. Happy Thanksgiving Yvonne.
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Happy Thanksgiving to you as well! May you reap from the seeds of kindness!
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Simply marvelous and an awesome poem Yvonne. Your words touched me so much. Your picture was so apt to your poem and yes we need to be selfless and spread genuine kindness and love to those we might find who are really in need.
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Thanks! I really appreciate your generous and kind words….May you abound with many blessings!
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Welcome always and same here too, friend. Have a nice day and keep up the good work.
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Such benevolent thoughts.
Its real sad to see a person, especially an elderly person abandoned by his family, staying on the streets. And I think of how much of money the rich splurge on brand names and luxuries,. If only every MAN would care for the OTHER MAN Less Fortunate than him, help him and care for him !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That’s why daily when I pray, I say a pray for all these Old People abandoned by their families, staying on the streets and implore GOD to give them food to eat daily and take them fast into his Heavenly Abode.
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Cattie, thanks for sharing your thoughts and adding to the message. I agree, if each person make any effort to meet the need of another many needs are met. I appreciate you taking time to visit and read! Enjoy your Thanksgiving!
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Beautiful..sowing seeds of kindness
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Thanks, I appreciate you showing kindness by visiting my blog.
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This is truly amazing piece right here!
Thank you for sharing.
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Ah thanks Dolvella, I appreciate your visit!
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very very nice
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🙂 Ah, thanks!
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Wonderful poem, Yvonne. With so much fear and anger going around right now, it is good to be reminded of the importance of kindness. Your words are every bit as soothing as aromatic therapy.
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Thanks Josh! Always kind words from you. I hope you enjoy the holidays!
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Such a lovely piece of poem! ^^ loving your blog!
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🙂 Thanks! I appreciate you taking time to visit and respond! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Thank you! and hope you had a lovely holiday with your family!
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