His Light Shown Bright

Left to us was this memory: Kindness, he lit by way he knew.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just a farthing for his childhood

poverty he met, for so long

Conquered through force of effort

he stood tall, as his arms grew strong

 

In his heart bold with life he lived

truth was the errant lover told

Not proud nor listless was the lad

who offered light of youth to old

 

First he came to were blind and dumb

ignorance, most cruel with its might

Harsh, cold and so unrelenting

he gave all he had to the fight

 

On through light of fearless nature

prejudice, once met he would brave

He hunted the cold screaming raven

to put her in an early grave

 

Along life's labored path he walked

jealous, persons followed him on

Enemies of kind nature

chased his spirit till near but gone

All that he would have been or done

love, he left behind for the fools

Gathered and scattered among us

as if just so many jewels

 

Left to us was his memory

kindness, shared by way he knew

Shown each a selfless character

he lit the way for me and you

Tate

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Author's Note

Would that we all could have such an impact upon mans own inhumanity to man. As Ghandi was once heard to say "If we look for an eye for an eye it will leave the world blind. In light of the horrific killing at the grade school in Connecticut this morning I would say we have learned little. Hold tight your children to your breast. When I am asked what I want for Christmas I always have to search my heart and the answer is always the same. I want every lonely child to know the love of their family. With that thought I am always reminded of those who pack for the weekend wait by the door for the parent who is just too busy to come get them this week. Loss of family is what makes for the dispossessed. My heart just bleeds for these poor families in Connecticut. For them Christmas will forever be the time that stole their hope, their future, their dreams.
This killing today was the 7th mass murder of 4 or more people in the United States this year alone.

Reviews

[Nativespirit]

If we listen to the sounds of silence and the passion of men like Ghandi and Mandella, or even the words of those who cry out for peace through their music, ah, the music, we would find ourselves able to walk the path laid out for us from the beginning with a lighter heart. Again, thank you for your words, your passion.

[Tate Morgan]

Hi Barb I ofen wonder if ever we will learn I doubt it

[Sheila Kline]

A stunning tribute to one of the most admirable men in our lifetime as he was a champion for peace, for the loving spirit of brotherhood of his fellow man. His many hunger strikes were just a sampling of the courage and love he held for humanity!
I am honored to share his birthdate! He shall always be revered in my eyes!
Beautifully writen in all ways Tate!

[Sheila Marie Carr]

What a great tribute to such a great man. I love the last line "He saves the souls of me and you, this is such a wonderful way of showing respect and appreciation for a great man. This was really good.

[Lizanne]

Truly a gentleman of noble nature. Well versed in what life was and should be. He led a cause of humanity and gave all to it. A beautiful tribute to the truth of who this man was spiritually and the teachings he instilled by example not just talk. Your pen created a beautiful epilogue to his life's work. Well done and a gifted work for a very gifted man who left the world a little better place. Your poetic pen flowed with the peace and serenity that his life bequeathed to those left behind to struggle on in his now empty footsteps.

[Domo]

How peaceful and calm.
It tells how he is with us and never gave up on us.
I liked this one Tate, good job.
~Domo~

[Jenny Nelson]

A very nice tribute to a wonderful man. A very well written piece that gives us the essence of the man rather than just a list of accomplishments. You really got across a sense of compassion and fellowship.

[Dillon Cotter]

i'm sorry for the loss Tate, this is really great and a wonderful inspiration. I can tell from the passion and feeling you put in your work. Keep up the good work dude.

-Will

[BABSIE BEE]

Oh my goodness...this is wonderfully pieced together to form such a tribute. Very heartfelt writing as per for yourself. Thanks for sharing your talent.
Babs xx