Sunday, July 6, 2008

A Forgotten Man Comments

Rating: 3.3

His face was brown and wrinkled
His clothes were old and worn
Sitting on a sidewalk bench
He watched the street as traffic swarmed
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C R Clark
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Manthra H 21 December 2014

Very nicely said the truth, yes every one so busy in their work, no time to spend with their loved ones.

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Steve Chris 05 February 2014

splendid poem, it is so touching and pitiful

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Vanessa Hughes 26 July 2011

A billiant poem, it's just made me cry. Nessy x

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Meggie Gultiano 25 July 2009

an excellent write, Richard.My eyes and ears are all glued every words printed here.From the beginning to end..oh well..this is wonderful. More, more, Richard..I love your style.. Hugs, Meggie

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C. P. Sharma 26 February 2009

Wonderfully well told poetic tale with all, agony, pathos and satire about the aged of the day. Superb poetry in simple words with perfect poetic flow. A great poem indeed. CP

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Loyd C Taylor Sr 17 February 2009

Hello story teller Richard. This reminded me of one of Tom T Halls famous songs, Old Dogs and Children. It kept my attention and ended on a sad note. Lesson learned and life appreciated. A good read friend. Loyd

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Martin O'Neill 19 January 2009

An inteesting tale, reminiscent of Harry Chapin's Cat's in The Cradle. We fall into excuses and solitude too easily in this world. The real value in life is to be had from our relationships with other people, not material goods.

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Ron Flowers 29 October 2008

Richard, this is wonderful poem. I look forward to reading more of yours. Regards Ron

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Kesav Easwaran 13 July 2008

good narration here... well constructed lines bring out a bitter truth of life

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Thad Wilk 06 July 2008

Lovely poem and story Richard! A forgotten man now he'll not be, he's remembered Now through - (your poetry! !) *10*! ! Best wishes! Friend Thad

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James Milks 06 July 2008

WOW I love the story, I love the sentiment, excellent meter and easy rhym just great.

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