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The Blush

I gave the poem to him
to thank him for his help.
He blushed.
He had never
been given a poem
written especially
for him.

Oh
how he deserved
this poem.
This wonderfully patient man
who continues to give and give
and totally support me.

I am still
overwhelmed
with the depth
and support he provides.
It's amazing.
It's beautiful
and it makes me feel
special.

I'm getting the job done
because of him
and I really wanted him
to know it.
Better still,
I'm calm,
I'm thinking
and I'm moving forward.
God bless you John.

About This Poem

Last Few Words: There is a wonderful man in one of my organizations who believes in me and teaches me what to do, and how to get things done. I have so much support from him. It's marvellous- exactly what I need to get this done.

Review Request Direction: What did you think of the rhythm or pattern or pacing?
How does this theme appeal to you?
How was the beginning/ending of the poem?

Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Country/Region: VIC

Favorite Poets: Dorothea McKellar, Henry Lawson, Banjo Paterson

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Comments

Geezer

Geezer

4 months 3 weeks ago

A very nice...

tribute to someone who has helped you in hard times. More people should let the people who have helped them, have some recognition. -Geez.

T

The Gogetter

4 months 3 weeks ago

Response to Geezer

He is still helping me and every other member of that club. He is amazing. I gave him another poem, which was very personal. He was totally shocked that I did it. I was thinking what I should do to thank him, and the only way I could was to write a poem for him. That is all I could think of. He even responds to my emails in the early hours of the morning. What can I say! And, he continues to encourage me.