A Cloak of Charity

A tribute to those who give of "SELF" to help their fellow man. They are true volunteers of the heart!!

A CLOAK OF CHARITY

 

 

CHARITY has varied traits within its seven letters-

Compassion, self-sacrifice, a commitment to others.

Persons who wear it as a garment draped across their back

Are kind ones who care for others while selfishness they lack.

 

 

Those with the word CHARITY written on their cloak of souls,

Meet necessities of mankind while forgetting self-goals.

They work tirelessly, often putting their desires on hold,

And give help, expecting not payments of silver or gold.

 

 

Too many are those who flaunt the word “Selfish” on their sleeve.

They’d rather look the other way and refuse to perceive.

Not often found are those who agree to pay this high price.

I’ve encountered too few who gift a selfless sacrifice.

 

 

 I extend words of appreciation--a huge thank you.

These caring people who’ve crossed my path--worthy praise’s due!

You’ve been recognized by virtue of your selfless deeds,

Giving up your desires to provide for poor spirit’s needs.

 

 

The intent of this poem is to honor those you know

who are charitable.  Please do not wait to tell them so.

They’re valuable and treasured, like calm after the storm.

Jewels they are--worth proven by selfless acts they perform!

 

Written as a tribute to all who give of self to help their fellow man!

 

 

THEY are True

volunteers

Of  The heart!

Author's Note

Reviews

[Rick Puetter]

Dear Sheila,

A wonderful write. I continue to see the golden center of your soul and the ever increasing sparkle in your writing. Your writing grows with every write. I can see the care you put into each piece. I see your sweeping emotion, so grand, but then I see that you are holding this up for inspection, turning it over in your hand, thinking, crafting, and then slowly, carefully, consciously putting down thought on paper. It is inspiring, Dear Lady. I want more! I want so much more!

Thank you for this write. It was greatly enjoyed and appreciated. Continue writing and giving us the opportunity to see into your marvelous soul.

Very best regards,

Rick

[Stacey Watts]

What a nice tribute to those who give of themselves selflessly. I hope you are well. I think this was very well written. Your words are very thoughtful indeed.

[Sheila Kline]

Thank you so much my friend!!

[The Gero]

THis gives me pause to think how I do in this slice of life's pie. I do know a few solid citizens that I could show this to, they deserve the thanks. Nice work.

[Sheila Kline]

Your words are very kind! Thank you!!

[icelandicblue]

It is our acts of kindness that may save us. This is written beautifully, it whispers in my ear on the side of angels.

This is a truly inspirational poem. We can always be more than we are.

[Sheila Kline]

Thank you!! We each have to do what we can to make the world a better place!!

[lee von cleef]

Had a conversation with my sister today, I have three. Three .Conversation transformation yes a observation ,She and I never shut our doors we are always open, Now the youngest sister.... she is more Irish,less grey more black, more white, she will let you get your foot in the door then slam it shut ,"Ornery"like Hen er y,Then the Older sister she likes to think shes is open, but hypocrisy is her middle name. My middle sister is just like me, tolerant to a fault.Bless all the sisters....mine too.

[Sheila Kline]

I know what you speak of in families!! And we love them all as we love ourselves! Your words are always insightful......THANK YOU!!!

[steppenwolf]

You put something out there that we all need to think about, and you express it eloquently.

[Sheila Kline]

Thank you for your kind words!!

[eddier123]

charity is an act of beauty, and you have beautified those who are charitable! Good work

[Sheila Kline]

Thank you for your review!!

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Lovely tribute to those who give from the heart of themselves. Bless

[Sheila Kline]

Blessings back to you dear friend!! Thank you!!

[jdr / Jennifer]

Sheila, what a wonderful piece of work- and how true your words are. We should give out of the love of caring for one another- it should be something that is set to automatic in our moral compass. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt poem.

[Sheila Kline]

You are welcome my friend!! Thank you for your kind comments!! May we keep our moral compass ever pointed on "caring"!

[CreativeStroke]

So very true this piece is! To become selfless towards ourselves and be giving of ourselves to those who need it. Showing that mankind still has hope and a light in this dark world. Well written Sheila!

[Sheila Kline]

Thank you my friend!! May we all show light and hope and love in this world that seems to be flowing over with so much darkness!!