As we travel along our many different roads, <br />we meet people, sometimes face to face and sometimes not. <br />They influence us through their words, <br />and change us in someway. <br />This poem is written for one such person, <br />a very special person whose name <br />is none other than PH’s Melvina Germain. <br />I’ve often stated that it was through her poetry <br />that brought me here to PH. <br />On my arrival, I was very confused, <br />even poor Mel couldn't read <br />the mixed signals that I was giving. <br />However, as the weeks turned into months <br />her inspiration brought me to my senses, <br />and after a long absence, I began to write again, <br />stronger and wiser than before. <br />However that wasn’t the only thing she gave to me, <br />though I don’t think she ever realised. <br />She gave me a greater gift, <br />which was my faith in God back. <br />I had lost and was wandering <br />like a lost and vacant soul. <br />With the guidance through her writing, <br />I was soon put back on track, and derailed no more. <br />She was to give me one more gift, <br />which I adore her for. <br />The greatest gift one person can give another, <br />the gift of friendship. <br />There is more I would to tell you about her, <br />but then, this poetic tribute would end up <br />as a poem without end. <br />So I am going to end by saying, <br />Melvina, there are a lot of things <br />I would never have without you. <br />You picked me up when I needed it the most. <br />For that, I will always be in your debt. <br />Although this poem is not <br />all that good as it should be. <br />Please take it anyway <br />for all the esteem I hold for thee. <br />God bless you Mel. <br /> <br /> <br />(For Melvina Germain/18 August 2007)<br /><br />David Harris<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/for-a-very-special-lady-called-melvina/
