A Simple Touch

A Simple Touch


For the homeless in the street,
who beg for change so they can eat
a touch can mean “I understand.”
Such is the power of a hand.

For the lonely and the sad
this simple act can make them glad.
It says have faith, you’re not alone
in a way that’s always known.

Compassion, caring - silent speech;
such power is within your reach.
It’s such a simple act – a touch.
Yet, it can tell a heart so much.

An entry for September 5th round of "The Not-So-Daily Poem" 
Prompt: THINGS NOT SAID
Must be a minimum 10 lines, but not more than 12 lines.
Must have a minimum 5 words per line, but not more than 8 words per line.
You may NOT use: regret, unsaid, memory/memories/memoirs, whisper, or remember
Form: Quatrains
Line Count: 12