How many sunrises and sunsets have I seen in the air? How many did I miss on the ground?
No matter where I am or in which state of mind I am, the sun rises and sets stoically.
I’m a taker by birth and a giver by trade.
I like to give so that I get thanked, validation and self-worth.
I don’t know how. That’s all.
I’ve stood on the front line for so long that I am exhausted and feel like collapsing and pretending dead.
“What do you want?” I whimper.
“What are you doing here?” the voice tests me.
You see a fear; you see a goal.
For The Daily Post’s daily prompt, Tantrum.
What does nelkumi think? 
“I’m a taker by birth and a giver by trade.” The lucky ones are. 🙂
Also, have you read the book The Giver by Lois Lowry? It’s a fast read and leaves a long-lasting impression.
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I shall have a look. Thank you. 😊
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Honest, hard, struggling expressed. Powerful. Thank you.
I agree The Giver by Lois Lowry is impressive.
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I must take a look at the book. Thank you.
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Nelkumi, we only fear what we don’t know. You say you don’t know how to give, but what you don’t know is how much you do give and how much we thank you for it. You have achieved your goals! Anton,
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Thank you, Anton.
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I always look forward to your writing Kumi – thank you 🙂 hug
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Thank you, Andy. Hug back. 😊
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