About the Poem
I was in a seminar recently with troubled teenagers. I saw them share their hurts and frustrations. I saw a girl break down and cry, standing alone as she was accustomed to doing. And then a miracle happened. First one girl got up to hug her. And she held on. Holding her until she broke. And then they all got up and joined in. The one in the middle had her eyes closed the whole time, crying, letting out the pain she's been saving for years. When the music stopped, she opened her eyes and was surprised to find herself in the middle of a group hug. Tears streamed down my face as I watched these tough kids give Andrea all the love and support she needed. These are the thoughts that came into my mind.
Hold On To Me |
by Tara Simms |
Hold on to me Let me comfort you when you hurt Hold on to me Let me love you when you hate yourself Hold on to me Let me help you through your trials I am the joy in your smile I am the tears that you cry I am in every beat of your heart Hold on to me. |
Want to send the author a private email? If we have a current address, we'll send your message to them for you.
If you especially appreciated this author, we'll be happy to show you where you might find more of their poems
12 Visitor Comments
Satish
The power of simple words to strengthen weakness! WOW ! Terrific !
victoria
this poem is very beautiful
kaeleena
it made me think of the people that are very important to me and made me realize how lucky i really am
Shirley
i really feel whatwas said cause i love it
margaret
simple but nice
virginia-marie
I just love this poem. truly a poems poem.
Sierr
I really enjoy this poem because i not only see as a friend to a friend but from the 'Heavenly Father' to all his children. It is beautiful and it couldn't be expressed any better! God Bless!
n
It's really wonderful poem for real friends.Loved it. Thanks Tara.
Jenny
Thanx Tara. Thanx so much. The poem is just what I needed to read now. Thank you again, for writing such touching lines.
sheree
This poem is very touching and so true.
Gayle
Thought stated simply and powerfully
Linda
HEllo, this poem really touched me.Thats how My best friend and I are too. I hope that you and your best friend will be like that...
All Visitor Comments on this poem have been posted by people who wanted to let the
author know the poem touched their hearts. If you would like to leave a comment of
your own, please Vote for this poem.