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[aid] => mick
[title] => Visions of Lost Souls
[time] => 2006-11-16 02:44:29
[hometext] => What I have seen in this city, sickens and saddens me. I will never forget some of these faces.
[bodytext] =>
Got a sign I see
he's carrying
and he's got
a worn out smile too
still has a slight twinkle
if you look close
in his eyes of blue
Looks like he needs a
nice warm bath
could use a clean shave
some government attention
is what this poor
brother really craves
The older couple
lays on the floor
resting in the laundromat
belongings they carry
fill their dirty
overstuffed
backpacks
His hair is gray and long
hers is a bit too
their faces show the
wear of life
lines revealing many
past paid dues
A couple sits at the
stop sign she is
clearly disabled
Sign held so high
by her man
begging for food
to set on....
no table
Dental care is needed
before one is edentulous
Medical assistance
before a system overload
People in this country
suffering
needlessly
I feel their stories
need told
November, 2006
Laura Horner
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[associated] =>
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Visions of Lost Souls
Contributed by
deadheadpoet
on
Thursday, 16th November 2006 @ 02:44:29 AM in AEST
Topic:
Grief
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Got a sign I see
he's carrying
and he's got
a worn out smile too
still has a slight twinkle
if you look close
in his eyes of blue
Looks like he needs a
nice warm bath
could use a clean shave
some government attention
is what this poor
brother really craves
The older couple
lays on the floor
resting in the laundromat
belongings they carry
fill their dirty
overstuffed
backpacks
His hair is gray and long
hers is a bit too
their faces show the
wear of life
lines revealing many
past paid dues
A couple sits at the
stop sign she is
clearly disabled
Sign held so high
by her man
begging for food
to set on....
no table
Dental care is needed
before one is edentulous
Medical assistance
before a system overload
People in this country
suffering
needlessly
I feel their stories
need told
November, 2006
Laura Horner
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deadheadpoet
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2006-11-16 02:44:29]
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by Former_Member on
Thursday, 16th November 2006 @ 04:00:15 AM AEST
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That is one thing I will praise the UK for...free health care for all. I'm sure a lot of people think that everyone in the states are doing OK and can get work if they want to but if you have any health problems and little money, life can be very difficult.
Again you've expressed your feelings excellently with this piece.
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by NoSaint on
Thursday, 16th November 2006 @ 08:12:23 AM AEST
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these stories are told in cities across this great land...a sad testament... for we all need to lend a hand
Great work
Shari |
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by shelby on
Thursday, 16th November 2006 @ 09:51:28 AM AEST
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again, the sadness unfolded very vivid to me as well. I think your right we need to spread the word though it always seems to fall upon death ears. We can march off to take care of outher countries problems ( or so we think) be at war and are not taking care of our own people, now how damn pathetic and sad is that?
Another beautiful poem sis
huge hugs and a tissue to dry your eyes,
sniffles
Michelle |
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by shelby on
Thursday, 16th November 2006 @ 10:01:26 AM AEST
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deaf ears sorry lol fingers are not working again. argggggg
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by Spike on
Friday, 17th November 2006 @ 05:57:22 PM AEST
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Strong and emotional social poetry, Laura. I see more and more drifters, bums and beggers on Sydney's streets as well, many of them good people living hard in a first-world city, but I think you've got it worse in the good ol' US of A. At least we have some remnants of a universal health care system ( although any dental work beyond filling or pulling a rotten tooth is considered cosmetic - can you believe it?)
Short of sharing everything you have till its gone, what's the answer?
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by Eternal_Dreamer on
Thursday, 23rd November 2006 @ 06:08:09 PM AEST
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Oh Laura, I gotta dry my eyes from all the taers I've shed~
Your write is so sad and moving. Your amazing work touches my heart always my dear friend. You are a kind caring soul and I wished there were alot more people like you in this world of ours.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful work with us.
love, hugs n prayers,
sue m |
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by Ramfire on
Sunday, 26th November 2006 @ 04:19:21 PM AEST
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| Good descriptions of needy people. Really better than photographs. You give us insight into what could help them. |
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by Willofree on
Monday, 27th November 2006 @ 12:27:16 PM AEST
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Yes indeed, their stories need to be told. What a worthy endeavor you embark upon in this eloquently written piece Laura. You very graphically depict, with powerful imagery, the plight of the poor and homeless. You're right, it doesn't seem right in a affluent society such as ours!
Well stated my friend,
Will |
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Re: Visions of Lost Souls
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by secretwind on
Monday, 4th December 2006 @ 11:06:08 PM AEST
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good flow
well done
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