A new poem to share

I’ve been working on a new book of poems, and earlier tonight (yes, when I was supposed to be working on my Nano) I composed a few new pieces right out of the friggin’ blue. So here is one I wish to share with you.

Have a great week everyone.

Peter

Our Greatest Gifts

Each day I see people who make it, who succeed
and I view them with jealous eyes, envious of them
when each day I work hard to live, struggle till I bleed
as by their standards, I barely grow my own stem.

I ooze with bitter feelings, hating those who have more
riches and fame and the things that make them happy
residing in the penthouse, while I rot on the bottom floor
living a good life when others feel miserable and crappy.

Then I think about the things that make my content
bringing love and hope to my heart, and never do I hide
when I’m down and my vigour is scattered and spent
my energy returns with a big hug from a loving child.

When I’m with them, the anger and sorrow leaves
as our children are a gift, one not every person receives.