When all is said and done
And my eulogy is read
Will my soul rest in peace
After I am dead
Have I done all I can do
To help my fellowman
Have I made a difference
Did I lend a helping hand
When the moon casts its shadow
On my grave tonight
Can I honestly tell myself
I've done everything just right
So many people hurting
Children molested every day
I've shouted it to the world
Did they listen to what I say
Homeless people in the street
The lonely and the sad
I never had alot in life
But I gave them what I had
I never had much money
I had to count every dime
But I had important things to give
Just wish I'd had more time
I wonder if words on paper
Will it mean very much
When I draw my last breath
Who's life have I touched
I know its impossible
To wipe away every tear
And I don't have the power
To make pain just disappear
But I hope in some small way
I've helped just one soul
My life will not be in vain
I'd have reached my goal
Have I done all I can do
To help my fellowman
Have I made a difference
Did I lend a helping hand
A very powerful write dear friend, a question that we should all ponder and ask ourselves! Full of compassion and concern for your fellowman as well as concern for your own soul and peace in the here after! Enjoyed! Very uplifting and inspiring!
Blessings,
Joyce Bowling
No Linda Pain Will Never Go Away But, Your Pen Is Your Heart Is Your Compassion For Little Children As Your Fellowman-Homeless,Elderly,How Sad How Many Humans Will Find This Out Hard Way:
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If we all just helped one other soul in our lifetimes, I think all of our lives would have meaning - and I think you have surely helped far more than one.
A profoundly heartwrenching piece you have written here. The kind that makes one think.
Be safe,
Karen
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Reviewed on May 10, 2007
Good write Linda, I believe we get credit even for each prayer we send and each thought of kindness we create, one does not need to touch the physical hand to fill it. Lady J
Reviewed by Stan Grimes (Reader)
Reviewed on May 10, 2007
Wonderful poem my friend. Your life is not in vain.
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Reviewed on May 10, 2007
Great works from a most wonderful
woman...
Reviewed by Joseph* OneLight*® (Reader)
Reviewed on May 10, 2007
Dear Linda,
The thoughts, emmanating from your heart have become words and I'm sure that your actions have followed that same path. Go in peace.
First: Very good write, also loved the picture. Second: Even the greatest philosophers throughout history have pondered that same question, without answers, I must add. I don't often quote scripture, but there is a verse that has stayed with me for years. Read Micah 6:8...no read the whole book of Micah, but the 6th chapter in particular holds some great truths. Good question, good pen.
I am sure of one thing Linda when the role is called your name will be close to the top, your love and hope for all humanity is evident in all who cross your path and I am honoured to consider myself one of those. Hugs.
Fee
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Blessings,
Joyce Bowling
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Your True Friend,TRASK
and yes ...your words on paper will live on
Love,
Walt
I've helped just one soul
My life will not be in vain"
You express such worthy sentiments, Linda. Thank you, my friend. Love and peace to you,
Regis
Your words are well put.
Georg
Be safe,
Karen
woman...
The thoughts, emmanating from your heart have become words and I'm sure that your actions have followed that same path. Go in peace.
Love & Light always and in all ways,
Joseph*
Thought provoking excellence; well done!
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
love Tinka
Thanks,
Dan
Fee
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :(