Kindred Hearts

I was lost and so alone
A little child trapped inside
You found me reaching for a heart
To form a kindred bond with mine

At first I only hatred knew
No father's hugs; no mother's love
Covered it all with a smiling facade
When really peace was so far off

You were the first to show me something
I had yearned for all my life
The unconditional loving warmth
That helped me ease my pain and strife

You showed me that I did belong
Then taught me ways to learn and grow
And if I somehow never met you
How I'd survive, I do not know

I wish you knew how much it means
How all the things you do and say
Have burrowed deep within my heart
And helped me through my darkest days

You have me hope I never had
And made the scriptures words ring true
Though mom and dad may turn away
I've finally gained them back in you

And as I write this little poem
I know it doesn't say enough
And even if I wrote forever
I could not repay your love

For you mean more than words can say
You've helped me more than you could know
You watered me, a damaged seed
And through your kindness I have grown

Author's Note

Tentative title. Maybe more like a letter than a poem. This one was written for two very special people.

Reviews

[Ashley Black]

i like this very nice flow and you're right it is more like a letter but it's very beutiful. very nice write :)

[Senseless whatever]

great one! They must be special to have you dear. When you write like this your talent seems to overflow. Super strong emotional write. Great job!

[Jenny Nelson]

A beautiful tribute.

[Liza]

this is so special and a beautiful dedication of appreciation
your expression is a treasure

[Miss Coral]

This was beautiful... wonderfully written. The only thing I'd consider changing was the awkward wording of some lines.. I'm sure if you went through it again they'd be evident. Great piece though. c:

[little lily Bride of Ch..]

such a lovely tribute to them thank you for sharing

[Norma M Sutton]

This is beautiful. What a nice tribute to them.

[Katie Louise Hughes]

I'm wondering if the people you wrote this for enjoyed it more than I did lol. :D I really did feel this was more of a letter type poem, still very true to heart and easy to relate to. I have to say also, that this did start out sad, but it shows that one can learn from past misfortunes. Thanks for the read, and keep up the writing!

This sounds like something someone would say as vows at a wedding. This was so touching. Enough said.
100/100

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"And as I write this little poem
I know it doesn't say enough
And even if I wrote forever
I could not repay your love"

this a beautiful poem-
this could repay "Love Itself!!!"
...magnificent poetry...

james:-)