A TREASURE IN A CHILD

A miracle in the midst of the madness…

 

In moments of earthen rage

When horrors grip our planet’s cage

 

And rip us from our sleep

Take children from their mother’s keep

 

Fires rage in city streets

While solid rock in dread retreats

 

Some grip and cling to bread

While others give to spite the dread

 

World torn where Tia lived

An orphan with but herself to give

 

Desperation her daily song

Now music of her father moves strong

 

How he sought for her

And fierce refused to be deterred

 

Until he saw his jewel

And plucked her from the cruel world

 

Now wrapped in arms so tight

She’ll smilingly dream into this night

 

In moments of earthen wilds

He found such treasure in a child…

 

Author's Note

Image is of Missy and Mike Wilson holding newly adopted Tia from Haiti… You may find out more about Tia’s story at: http://www.fox17.com/newsroom/top_stories/wztv_vid_2563.shtml

I also recommend reading “Man’s Search for Meaning” (1946) by Viktor Frankl, who saw such despair in a concentration camp… realizing some would steal bread from the dying, and others would share their last crust… seeing the depth of both good and evil that lies within each of us. Courage is certainly not the absence of fear. It is being willing to act to spite your fears.

Reviews

[Kayla]

Very good write...as usual. What happened in Haiti is so sad. They were a poor country to begin with, and now they have more to deal with. And who knows how they will come out in the end. I for sure hope that they turn out ok. Anyways about your poem. I thought it was very good. Tia looks like she would be a sweet little girl. Thank God she has a family now. AWESOME write can't wait for more!!

[Alicante lullaby]

a very strong write,,,a very significant message delivered,,,inspiring,,,iam glad to know Tia is safe,,,even in midst of disaster,,,you have found optimism,,,,what a poet you are,,,

[Nautili]

Thank you for bringing this warm story to our attention. A happy ending when so many face difficult obstacles ahead rebuilding their lives, is a needed boost.

[deeps]

This is so heart warming here. I agree with what Lynne had to say as well. This is a wonderful write you have brought forward.

[::Yv0nne::]

What a beautiful ending to this poem...in a world so cruel this little girl had found hope and love in her new mother and father:) They will treasure this child and show her love im sure..You have so much love and compassion within your heart:) ..Nice job..

[cest la vie]

Oh this is so needed.. today.. Haiti just suffered 6.1 aftershocks.. enough I cry.. This is a beautiful story.. And I will read that book as well.
Thank you dear friend for this write..

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Thanks for both bringing this heartwarming story to my attention and for writing this brilliant piece capturing the miracle amongst the rubble.