The Ancient Samauri

When looking back shows the seeds price of value, and looking forward fills the debtpeace

Yesterday
I sought confirmation
That the remainder of my life
Has value.
I am 70
And alone
But for my dear cat.

I was included in the reply
Loop from
My caretakers,
My earthly guardians.

I sought recognition
For the value of my life:
Past
Present
And my remaining future.

Their reply lacked warmth
Or recognition
Of
My human value.

I exist from the pleasure
And at the pleasure
Of the
Pharmaceutical industry.

I feel spent
And empty.

I love my "Magic"
He is my companion.
We share and fill
Our living needs.

We share the warmth
Of touch
And with each language
The sounds of peace.

I love my cat
He asks for so little
But gives so much.

Today
That is how
I measure
The value
Of humanity.

Save your pity for those
It can save:

The drunks,
The druggies, and
Those who don't
Take their meds

Blank stares
From forgotten souls
Giving their lives
For momentary ecstasy.

Eyes are the windows
To our souls.
When you pass a friend,
A neighbor, a stranger
Share the love in your soul
With a look and a smile.

Save them
And save yourself.

All we need is love.