Why the doubt, Tim? This is finely crafted, stirring and beautifully written. You captured the era of depression as if you lived it. I applaud you for this one. I love it!
Posted 2 Months Ago
2 Months Ago
Thanks Kelly. Sometimes a poem has to sit a while before you're happy with it.
Your poetic pen is on fire in this exquisite poem depicting a time in history which was very difficult to survive in. You narrate the story so finely, dear R and through the visual detail you sketch a picture of an elderly gentleman farmer trying to make his way with his family in hope of a better way of life for them all. Sadly, his tractor broke down and the poor man spent the night praying to Jesus for help. Very poignant story, dear R. I would love if you had a follow-up poem so your reader could learn if the gentleman's prayers were answered with a good job and a better way of life for him and his dear family. I love this story, dear. We learn so much for hard and difficult changes in life and I believe if we can accept them, we become better, more resilient and stronger. Love the simile and other figures of speech. With a grateful heart, I thank you for sharing this very insightful and meaningful poem. Sublime inking, dear R...
Posted 2 Months Ago
2 Months Ago
Thank you so much, Marie. I'm grateful for your comment. :)
2 Months Ago
Most welcome always, dear R. Love reading your poetic works of art...
old route 66 - highway of hope and dreams during the depression. how many of us have called out to him in times of trouble. this is so well told and written. excellent writing, amazingly touching and telling. bravo.
Very cool depiction of the thirties. On April 14th 1935 a dust storm carrying over 3 million tons of sand and soil swept across the Oklahoma panhandle into the great plains devastating the ecology in the middle of the great depression...Biblical woes were falling on lots of folks. I thought this was fabulous.
I'm grateful for you comment, Fabian. Thank you. :)
3 Months Ago
Reading was like watching a mini documentary dissolved into a singular personal experience. Brillian.. read moreReading was like watching a mini documentary dissolved into a singular personal experience. Brilliant writing, my friend.
I enjoyed the poem. Reminded me of the old days, maybe the hard days. I liked how you used the words and you took me with you. Thank you my friend for sharing the amazing poetry.
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Those were tough times for that generation, but they created tough and resilient people. I like how your title compares the plight of your family to the plight of ancient Hebrews. Some made it big, others did not. Any way, they were grateful.
Posted 3 Months Ago
3 Months Ago
Yes, they were, thank you for the comment, Sami. :)
Before I read your notes; this made me think of the depression or the gold mining movement. Either way I’m sure he prayed and prayed harder still. So much poverty, so little work to be found. The hardships and trials seemed endless and I’m sure this was his last grasping hope for a better life.
This has strong mental visuals and I can almost picture dried parched land and a man sweating and thin from being malnourished. A rusty old trick that the dooor squeak when opened and the list goes on. Well done
Very good and yes immediately I am reminded of depression Era and think of grapes of wrath if you know it, old classic.
Posted 3 Months Ago
3 Months Ago
Oh yes, I remember Henry Fonda's I'll be everywhere speech. Great movie for sure. Thanks for the com.. read moreOh yes, I remember Henry Fonda's I'll be everywhere speech. Great movie for sure. Thanks for the comment. Much appreciated. :)
3 Months Ago
Oh. I didn't know about the movie. I read the book by Steinbeck. But it's probably same story.
3 Months Ago
I read the book many years ago and was shocked by the ending in the farm house.
Yeah, I was a bit shocked when reading it. It showed the desperation and poverty they went through.
3 Months Ago
Yes. I found it similarly shocking but understood the desperation. These stories are wonderful in o.. read moreYes. I found it similarly shocking but understood the desperation. These stories are wonderful in offering us views we may not understand.