After School

Just a reminder of what we already have and how often we don't realize how meaningful it can be.

It's supposed to be free time

in a way I guess that's true

But for me, I like my Mondays

The feeling of helping someone and making them smile

brings a certain comfort to me that I don't believe many other things can do.

These people come for clothing, 

but they leave with a few things more

They leave with a smile

a new perspective

a joy in their heart.

And when we close up and lock the store, we are on our way home

to deal with our own family.

But we have many things these people do not.

Some don't have a home or any shelter.

Some don't have friends or family.

Some don't have anyone to listen to them.

Some even prefer to be dead.

But every Monday I help these new faces 

just to make sure I see

the brightest smile they possess,

so that my day will be complete.

My point is this:

One can take many things for granted in this world

And want the finer things in life

But when you get upset or sad, 

be happy you are not like these people.

Help anyone in any way

It could be the greatest impact on their life.

It may even be what's keeping them alive.

Reviews

[RachelReaper]

I loved this poem because of the meaning behind it. You sounds like a really great person, the world could use more people like you.

[Alisha Heistand]

Oh my, that's so sweet, thank you

[Grace Catherine C.]

Aw, this is great. Its really sweet and meaningful

[Alisha Heistand]

Thanks!! :)

[L. Catherine]

Very sweet and touching poem about helping those who are less fortunate than us. It really makes you think about being kind to everyone, no matter who they are. Great work Alisha :)

[Alisha Heistand]

Thank you! That's exactly what I wanted-a thought provoker and a reminder

[L. Catherine]

Welcome!