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Exile

i am lost in the conflagration of spirit where no philosophy abounds. yet i love. where are the people i crave? am i a monster? crafted and bolted for purposes i can not accept? there is yet much of God’s beauty left our great country even in the midst of ever advancing devastation. and there are so many who see this beauty at all costs. but i have known so many who have felt the indifferent stare. for them beauty is stale food escape from the roaming gangs a simple drip from the ceiling that stays within its catch-pan and the eager smile of their precious infant who does not starve today. God is dead, they say. but the Invisible Hand thrives. even in despair It picks what It needs toward Grand Assimilation, to which i will never submit. yes, i write today. at least one more day. but i join in nothing. yet i love.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014




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Date: 5/17/2014 2:30:00 AM
A profound work of art as you delve into the enchantment of poetry for poetry's sake. Our world needs poets like you!
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Date: 5/11/2014 9:53:00 PM
I always love reading your work. If I haven't already made you one of my favorite poets I need to. Your poetry is full of deep philosophies that always shed things in a new light. Another amazing poem! Great write Sam! ~Heather
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Date: 5/5/2014 3:15:00 PM
Loved this Sam. Deep reflections, presented by you to us for more reflection on our part. you join the beginning to the ending with love. // paul
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Sam Toil
Date: 5/5/2014 3:35:00 PM
Paul, you are a gentleman and a scholar. Your approval means much to my humble self. Peace...Sam
Date: 5/4/2014 1:40:00 AM
Uncle Sam, how are you? I really like this poem--especially the ending. Tied off nicely. A great write and a fun read. Kudos, my friend. ~M
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Sam Toil
Date: 5/4/2014 6:32:00 AM
You are a wonderful poet, Mel. Your compliment honors me. Thanks for dropping by. Peace...Sam
Date: 5/3/2014 8:25:00 PM
wow Sam awesome writing.. dry deep and soul touching.. Bravo. I take my hat off to you....I love every single word and line.. your words are remarkable.. hugs Brooke
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Sam Toil
Date: 5/4/2014 6:29:00 AM
Thanks, dear Brooke, for dropping by and brightening my day ever so tenderly. Hugs;) Sam
Date: 5/3/2014 1:23:00 PM
Hi Sam, This was monumental and beautiful... Such powerful words that struck my chords of understanding. Your such a great writer! Thanks so much for sharing this with us. Peace, Deborah
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Sam Toil
Date: 5/3/2014 2:03:00 PM
Deborah, your kind words touch my very soul. I am so grateful that you left a little of yourself here in my mind to treasure. Peace...Sam