Alan J Ripley
Although sleeping rough, is rough itself.
It can bring out the human in some beings nicely written.
Josephus.
2022-03-01

Uncle Meridian
It's a very poignant and moving vignette you give us here, Joe, and yes, clever of the fellow to think of bubblewrap! It's good to see you here.
2022-02-28

jim
When I was in high school I worked on the adolescent ward at a state hospital in Chicago. It was grim. The public hospitals were shuttered long ago. What became of those kids, now adults?Where are they, on the streets, thriving, dead? I fear the worst.

Your poem, so eloquent, casts a hopeful, positive light on a dire situation.

Best wishes, Joe.

jim
2022-02-27

Jamsbo Rockda
Great rhymes and narrative Joe. My experience is the same as FM's, homeless people are very intelligent and often professionals who are disillusioned with society. It is so good that you are helping them.
2022-02-26

F.i.in.e Moods
Cher monsieur O., quel plaisir immensurable de vous retrouver ! :) This is beautifully expressed and echoes my experiences in the homeless community. It's very difficult to explain it, but you capture the essence of the beat very well.

I agree, it's impressive how with so little resources they find a way to get by somehow. I've met all kinds of people during my time on the streets when I was young, and although it's been a lifetime ago it feels like now, I will never forget. A lot of them are extremely intelligent folk! Again, rarely the portrayal that's ever made about this community. As for having a different drummer, well, I'd say in the circumstances, it's required :)

Thanks for the work you do! And thanks for sharing, a most enjoyable poem.
2022-02-24

Lawrence Beck
Well observed, Joe. It's good to have you back.
2022-02-24