A poet touched my heart last night, he wrote of deprivation Of child abuse, starvation's plight, the heartaches of a nation. This juxtaposing universe so vividly portrayed Has made me feel discomfort by the message it conveyed. At liberty in mind and soul and body I am found But on this self-same spinning globe such miseries abound. Lord help me to appreciate each blessing you provide And may I show benevolence with your love as my guide. 11/08/18