Will Work For Food

by Tammy   Jul 21, 2005


A tattered sign reads "Will work for Food"
bearing it, a man revealing weather worn clothes.
He stands on the street promptly demoralized
as his faith in society cursorily slows.
His body consumed by pangs of hunger
as numerous people pass him by
beholding only a loathsome disgrace
disregarding the despair in his eyes.
Far too concerned with their own lives
to give this wretched soul a second thought.
As he suffers through indigence
a compassionate heart is all that's sought.
Struggling to maintain a shred of pride
he attempts to conceal his desperation
praying someday someone will care enough
to help regain control of his situation.

© Tammy Lively

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  • 20 years ago

    by Melissa

    So true! Great poem with a great big message! Fantastic write!

  • 20 years ago

    by Cory Mastrandrea

    Not much else to say other than great write. I like this because it says it how it is, nothing more nothing less.

  • 20 years ago

    by ReBecca

    I really enjoyed this. i always wish there was something i could do to make these peoples life different. anyway, your words flowed wonderfully, with a great message.5/5

  • 20 years ago

    by Ann Stareyes

    Touching, Tammy, If only there were more people in this world that truly cared. There are so many out there like you have betrayed in this piece. Sad, truly sad. hugs, love, Ann

  • 20 years ago

    by BlueDreams

    tammy, that was simply beautiful write, awesome work. well done!!!

    bert.~

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