My Brother’s Keeper
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The greatest philosophy
Is to care for one another
Possessive by apostrophe
I, the keeper of my brother
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In every act and deed confessed
No matter how seemingly small
Gift to others that they be blessed
So, all of us can stand more tall
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What needs have I, in my life
That preclude a caring mind
Anonymity must not be the knife
That leaves humanity behind
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For in every tear from an eye
Left alone, helpless and crying
Kept from falling, willing deny
A part of ourselves lies dying
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We are one, though differences be
And there is the truth we discover
That is the definition of humanity
And I, the keeper of my brother
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commonsensiblyspeaking 
Amen! With the current upheaval in our country, even caring for another is sometimes divided by politics, race, religion, etc. We need to just see a person in need as human. As Dom LaFerlita wrote in his song, “United”, we all bleed the same blood.
Thanks, sis! We all just need to be a little more human. Love you!
we are one indeed, and need to act on that –
Thank you, Beth!
I recently read in the book “Earth Medicine” by Jamie Sams about her belief that we can survive many difficulties, but if we are cut off from caring relationships, then we tend to wither away and die.
I may have to read that myself. Thank you, Alan!
I will never understand those that can look at someone and fail to see the human spirit that dwells within, nor do I want to. This is another poem the entire world needs to read. Please write a book! 😘
I have written a book. Just not published one…..😁 Thanks for all the love and support, Kristian!
Alright, wise ass, please publish this book. 🤣😘
I agree with the comment that you need to write a book (if you haven’t already done so).
One of these days, Geoff! Thanks for all the support!
“My Brother’s Keeper” is itself a keeper. Well done (and then some).
Thank you kindly!
As my good friend Nancy says, “The greatest gift is the gift of yourself.” That usually means looking out for others who could use a helping hand.
THose are the best kind of friends to have. Thanks, Pete!
Wow
Thank you, Saania!
This is truly beautiful Brad. I love this piece.
“For in every tear from an eye
Left alone, helpless and crying
Kept from falling, willing deny
A part of ourselves lies dying”
What truth comes from these lines. Sending my love. ❤️🤗🦋Jonikins
Thank you Jonkins!
My pleasure always to read your beautiful work. ❤️