Poet's Platform Column | 25 Sept. 08 by Janet Nesler | The Scioto Voice | Wheelersburg, Ohio

“Face to Face” The world grows smaller day-by-day. Communications have made it that way. People and places we might never see Enter our homes on life size TV. But it’s nice to withdraw from that hectic pace And talk to people face to face. I met someone and out of the blue We talked of things that we both knew. A displaced “down home” man was he. We shared our hometown history. Many old landmarks are changed or gone But in our memories they lingered on. Family names would ring a bell... “Oh yes, we’d say, we knew them well”. The longer we talked the more I believe... We’re all related to Adam and Eve. Rita Maddy Balser Baltimore, Ohio (Former Portsmouth resident)   Tomorrow Reach out! Touch tomorrow; leave yesterday alone. The world will not remember you for things you left undone. Recall moments cherished, with those you hold most dear. The caressing of a brow or a letter from ‘Mother Dear.” Reach out! Don’t wait to show you care. Make someone happy yet today. Take time to love and care. Mary Woodward Wooster, OH   Friends And Family Isn’t it wonderful To have friends and family? They are sweet like a melody A beautiful song That helps you in time of need And you feel better and strong. We meet so many Traveling through this life That lifts the stress, strain and strife. Their kindness lingers In your heart and soul And you wish them well Whatever is their goal. Children are more precious than gold Young, in-between or old— They make life worthwhile every day For all in this world I lift them up and pray Lord, bless all the children of this world Every boy and every girl Keep them always in Your care No matter where they may be Here in America, or across the sea. May hate and wars disappear From Your world you hold so dear From the valleys to the mountain top May love for all in this world Never, ever, stop. Amen and Amen. Maybell Criswell South Point, OH