It seems so obvious to me So many appeals for money So many examples of waste People want to do right Gives them a chance to express Thanks and remembrances Money spent on temporary Symbols of honor and respect A season comes to an end Decorations which cost money Relegated to the trash bin I often wondered why we overdo Couldn’t we be more symbolic? Have one plant to honor the divine One to remember all who are gone One to remember those still here Three plants representing all of our love Then the rest of the gifted money Could be used to help those in need Projects that appear to be worthwhile Money applied to reduce debt Or given to help those with unexpected debt So many worthwhile things to do I think about that at the dumpster I will not deny that there was beauty, but Beauty comes in many shades and degrees Not everyone will always want to agree We have always done it this other way It is true so what can one person say I will stand and say: Let’s go to the fringes Take care of the hungry and thirsty Provide clothing and shelter Stay there until things are right Then move on to the next location It is hard; it is difficult; heavy, like the cross We would have to give up so much But, I would say, that is what we must do It provides double joy to the givers and receivers Glorious and silent. Don’t you agree? Stanski February 6, 2020^
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Steve Haarman 