Homeless Man
I saw a homeless man today
He was standing on the street
But he had a great big sign
Held up down by his feet
He stood there straight and tall
With sadness in his eyes
The sign was printed very well
His problem not disguised
HOMELESS VETERAN NEEDS HELP
Or so the sign did say
How could I just go on home
And wonder for the day
The sign he made has told it all
Our country let him down
He was a homeless veteran
He was from out of town
Are you really a veteran? Said I
And his reply was fast
“Marine Corps, Maam,” said he
“I’m sorry I have to Ask”
Simper Fi, said I
As I opened up my purse
I gave him all of what I had
And thanked him for his service
But driving on back home today
A tear fell from my eye
As I thought of the many heroes
Who on our streets still lie.
P. Ayers
July 9, 2010
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