Richard strained his eyes
and watched his deliverer
merge into misty shadows.
Never would he know
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May I reiterate Denis' comment. You use words sparcely but tell the reader so much. A heart-warming piece. love, Allie xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
A wonderful humanist feel to this both in the narrative and form. This says so much in as fewer words as possible, with lines that demand a lengthier linger.
A nice tribute to those Good Samaritans who give so much and want no recognition of their good deeds. I like the way you have split this up into three parts to give emphasis and impact. And the last two lines add an extra touch. Love, Fran xx (ps - 2nd line - should that be 'deliverer? '
This mind-engaging poem 'Hero without a Badge' exactly bespeaks the attitude that were needed so much so as to truly make an even more human society out of the world we all live in.