by Robert - just a simple man - B.
Member since:
April 12, 2007

ACTS (inspired by JJB)

April 22, 2012 12:23 PM UTC (Updated: April 22, 2012 12:55 PM UTC)
views: 0 | 21 people recommend this | comments: 21

Acts

©2012 Robert C Burnham

Dedicated to Janet “Jax” B of Georgia

My Inspiring Stranger

 

It’s as if the little things in life

Are not tangible at all

But the little acts by a stranger

As we pass them through life’s halls

 

Each kind act so beautiful & delicate

When reminisced about alone

Puts new blood within our hearts

And new marrow in our bones

 

These little acts can heal and mend

Like no pill or brew achieve

So let’s remember all of these strangers

Who didn’t know us -

                     But in us, believed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

~

Comments: 21

JOHN BECK Apr 22, 2012, 12:40pm UTC
Beautiful tribute to Jax, a very kind Gather member.
Sharon P. Apr 22, 2012, 12:47pm UTC
Really nice.
Richard Lynn Livesay Apr 22, 2012, 1:20pm UTC
"So let’s remember all of these strangers Who didn’t know us -
But in us, believed"...beautiful, Robert...we have a little angel that lives close to us...she is always doing little things for us and wants nothing in return by our appreciation, love and kindness...they are special ones like your poem for Janet
Veronica Hosking Apr 22, 2012, 1:25pm UTC
yay, Jax! She does always post wonderful comments.
Pam Brittain Apr 22, 2012, 2:25pm UTC
Lovely.
Susan Budig - Mindful Poet Apr 22, 2012, 2:35pm UTC
What a lovely tribute, Robert. I'm touched by your words and wait to hear Janet's response.
Len Maxwell Apr 22, 2012, 2:55pm UTC
That was great, Robert, and the picture was a nice touch.

Thanks for sharing with Gather’s Luminous Writers & Artists.
Angela A. Apr 22, 2012, 7:38pm UTC
That was very lovely dearie!
Create your own banner at mybannermaker.com!
Make your own banner at MyBannerMaker.com!
Randi Burnham-Brown Apr 22, 2012, 8:09pm UTC
beautiful, I love it because it is so true.
elizabeth evans Apr 22, 2012, 8:17pm UTC
What a nice tribute to Jax, a wonderful, kind Gather friend.

Thanks for sharing with Triple Name Club.
Janet "Jax" B. Apr 22, 2012, 9:11pm UTC
Oh my! Thank you Robert. (blush, blush)
Robert - just a simple man - B. Apr 22, 2012, 10:15pm UTC
Waited all day for you to drop by. I hoped you would be okay with the dedication. Truly, dear friend, you have a kind heart.
Janet "Jax" B. Apr 23, 2012, 12:41am UTC
Thank you....(still very embarrassed)

Angela and I left the house before 6 am to get to her dance competition. It's been a LONG day.
Alice G. Apr 23, 2012, 1:44am UTC
Robert, what a sweet tribute to Jax. She is a joy and quick to support others. But you are very sweet to acknowledge her faith in people and her desire to lift up others.
Jean R B. Apr 23, 2012, 1:37pm UTC
This is so true. The kindness of a stranger means so much. They don't know us but they do a very kind deed.
Kushal Poddar Apr 23, 2012, 9:45pm UTC
These little acts can heal and mend...let us believe


http://www.cactusheartpress.com/?page_id=11

and a different one

http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981285030
RedBird. B. Apr 25, 2012, 4:03pm UTC
Robert, This is a Wonderful Poem for 'Janet'. :)
Connie C. Apr 30, 2012, 6:05pm UTC
Jax is an amazing lady and a real friend. She has more compassion and love in her heart than most of us put together.

She has really been worried about you.
ʚϊɞ Carol ʚϊɞ May 1, 2012, 11:14am UTC
..."These little acts can heal and mend Like no pill or brew achieve"

Sometimes there are people we come across who never realize they have made a difference. Angels are everywhere.
Life is definitely all about the little things.
We are all blessed with angels at some point in our lives.
Sometimes we never know when one has passed through our path.
Janet is a delightful friend to me as well.
A wonderful poem.
Gary (The Eclectic) Timothy May 1, 2012, 1:44pm UTC
For sure, it's those little things that can make such a big impact on our lives!
Wonderfully said, Robert! :-)
Sandy Moore May 18, 2012, 12:12am UTC
This is such a great poem for Janet.

Thank you for sharing with Watching The Wind Blow By

Join the Conversation
Chime in! Become a Gather member to comment.
Already a member? Sign in
top
 
Gather | Friends | Groups | Share
About Gather | Engagement Marketing | Gather Points | Advertise on Gather | Gather Press | Privacy | Terms of Service | Community Guidelines
Books | Business | Celebs | Entertainment | Family | Food | Giveaways | Health | Money | Moms | News | Politics | Sports | Style | Technology | Travel | Writing
Version 18247, "Zach"; Copyright © 2013 Gather Inc. All rights reserved.