AN UNLIKELY HERO: THE BIRTHDAY BENEFACTOR
Some kids in my classroom
never bring lunch.
Their clothes are all faded.
They stay in a bunch.
When their birthdays come,
they don't attend school,
cause they can't afford treats,
and they fear ridicule.
I had an idea.
I cut yards of grass.
And the money paid
for their parties in class.
No one has an inkling
I thought of this scheme.
I don't have friends
and I'm not on a team.
But I know what it's like
when the mean kids poke fun.
You see, they have two hands.
But me? I have one!
© 2016 Gayle C. Krause. All rights reserved.
Diana Murray has challenged us to write a poem about an unlikely hero this month. Click HERE for more details.
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My kids headed back to school this week. What a great reminder to arrive with an open heart as well as an open mind. Thanks, Gayle!
ReplyDeleteAs a teacher for 30 years, there is nothing I haven't seen. It's time I start putting those experiences into words. Than you, Michelle for giving me a place to share my words. 😉
DeleteGreat heartfelt poem!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Michelle. I'm glad you enjoyed it. 😊
DeleteSecret heroes are the best kind! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI agree. Secret Heroes. . . Hmmmm! Maybe I can turn this into a picture book. That would be a great title. Thank you
DeleteCharming!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tabatha. Glad you enjoyed it.
DeleteWhat a wonderful unlikely hero!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ellen. 🤓
DeleteWhat a touching poem! Nicely done, Gail!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Diana. :)
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