I hope I am fruitful;
That I do not just exist
In existence.
I am satisfied
As long as I am
Producing.
It does not have to
Be much to be
An inspiration.
We need small fires
lit by others,
To encourage us
To light fires of our own.
© Philip Carmen
"Philip wrote this lovely poem after reading and being inspired by many of my own poems, particularly one I had written called "Amazing Grace". These were the words he wrote me in regards to this poem that I have featured here with you.
"This poems for you Chrissy for you shine a light of inspiration that encourages us to put pen to paper and also look into Gods face."
Thank you Philip....your words and appreciation for my poetry is very kindly appreciated. Your lovely thoughts touch my heart. God bless you."
You can visit Philip's Christian site
"Philip Carmen's Paradise Journey"
or his website "Houseman Fantasies"
for more inspiring poetry by him.