A Poem by Corina

I was doing my civic duty one bright, fine day,

when I decided to visit the nursing home – where all the old folks stay.

My heart full of nothing but sweet charity,

I scanned the halls to see who might need me.

When I noticed a woman in her room all alone,

wearing a dress and a shawl that was well worn.

I smiled and thought how nice I could be.

“Would you like to chat?” I asked her softly.

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