| Member Comments on this Poem |
| Posted by Tricia Marie Miel on 05/22/05 at 06:28 AM that was a very nice gesture. you just made that little girl's day :) thanks for sharing. |
| Posted by Anne Engelen on 05/22/05 at 12:30 PM what a great story!! Most enjoyable read, Trent! |
| Posted by Nicole Hyde on 05/23/05 at 12:10 AM Very sweet and well done. |
| Posted by Rula Shin on 05/23/05 at 12:12 AM This is just such a lovely story Trent, I enjoyed it so much. If only we could all take a lesson from this and not take for granted that what we have today is not what we have always had, nor is what we are owed. It's a beautiful thing to be able to see from other people's perspectives, to put yourself in their shoes, to show empathy and compassion. I really liked this, and the way you told it was just charming as I could SEE that little girl with her teary eyes and shy smile, the scene was so clear, like a norman rockwell painting in words...great write :-)
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| Posted by Scott Cadence on 05/23/05 at 07:08 PM This was so visual for me, amazing. POTD for sure. :) |
| Posted by Kara Hayostek on 05/25/05 at 04:57 PM This is so touching, and such a nice thing for you to do. I am sure you made her day. |
| Posted by Morgan D Hafele on 05/27/05 at 05:51 AM awesome story, and written wonderfully! i think we all have known what it's like to be a little short sometimes... |
| Posted by Charles E Minshall on 05/29/05 at 01:29 AM Cute poem of a very good deed Trent...Charlie |
| Posted by Brett Shane on 06/04/05 at 03:05 PM great story... just feels so good to help others out...
a good reminder of how little it takes to brighten someones day :) |
| Posted by Melanie J Yarbrough on 07/30/05 at 01:56 AM I like the last two lines the best. |
| Posted by Agnes Eva on 09/12/05 at 03:01 PM oh i love it! so insightful, real, and empathetic |
| Posted by Lauren Singer on 09/12/05 at 03:19 PM such a great read, Trent! filled with imagery and relatibility. i enjoyed it throughout. congratulations on POTD! :) |
| Posted by Charles E Minshall on 09/12/05 at 07:14 PM Congratulations on Poem of the day Trent...Charlie |
| Posted by Alaina Schneider on 09/12/05 at 09:11 PM fantastic story. i love your symmetry and use of dialogue. the setup is great. i love the story-telling, out-reached hand vibe of this poem. it's beautiful and sweet. they don't make aesop's tales like this anymore. congratulations on poem of the day. |
| Posted by Jen Doe on 03/13/06 at 12:18 PM i may wish to kick that cashier right now lol. |
| Posted by Deborah Breuer on 10/25/06 at 07:07 PM A great story...not what I expected...better. Thanks...it gave me chills |
| Posted by Maria Terezia Ferencz on 02/02/07 at 08:36 PM Wow I rememeber reading this long ago and loving it, reading it now was almost like seeing a memory in my mind. I thought I remarked before on how great I thought it was, I guess I was short and I feel horrible now........:) |
| Posted by Elizabeth Seago on 02/07/07 at 02:00 PM Ahh yes! I can completely relate. There have been many times when strangers have helped myself and my family in times of need, and so I feel it is my duty to give back in any way I can. Even if it is something as seemingly frivilous as spotting someone. You know? Great write. I like your style. I'll be poking around your library. :) |
| Posted by Cassandra Leigh on 03/25/07 at 02:56 PM wow, i love this. you've captured the situation artfully without that word diarrhea i always find in poems about encounters between people. i love your line breaks. so simple, so powerful, awesome. favorite. |
| Posted by Melissa Panther on 08/08/08 at 03:40 PM So glad there are people like you to extend kindness where it's needed and who can also express it so well in verse...=) |
| Posted by Abby Cossins on 08/25/08 at 06:35 AM I enjoyed this piece, it rang with a sent of sadness whilst still holding on to the belief in the kindness of strangers.
Good write,
x |
| Posted by Joan Serratelli on 03/05/09 at 11:31 AM THIS IS GREAT. Ihink every young child has been short at one time or another. I have done the sme thing as yo did many times. Mst of the time, I do get a "thank you"- other times, the kid is just too embarassed. Loely write! |
| Posted by Julie Adams on 10/23/09 at 11:38 AM amazing lttle slice of life...well received as it should be...kudos to the piece and the sentiment...peace n many more writings, jewels |
