Comment from blondiedots

Excellent

This is a beautiful Haiku- I love the original idea, perfect word choice in limited syllables and wonderful artwork! Bravo and Blessings in the contest!

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2009

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blondie

I was very blessed when Johnny didn't die like the doctors were so sure he would. God answered my prayers that day. Thanks for the kind review. Carol

Comment from tati

Excellent

please, don't let him die,
mother prays to God above,
baby cries, he lives.

/Doctors said no chance, but mother prayed .../ With those words, and your haiku, you told a complete story. A very touching one. Thank you for sharing your deep faith: prayer heals. Good luck in the contest. (tati, Oct. 27, 2009)


"Sweet Blessings" is a beautiful Haiku writing prompt entry

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2009

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Tati

Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a long time ago, but those moments will forever me emblazoned in my mind. I was blessed that day!

Smiles to you, dear friend...Carol

reply by tati on 27-Oct-2009

You're welcome, Carol. Smiles to you too,

tati

Comment from WRITER1

Excellent

I liked this poem, and I think you have made a very good statement with this poem. It read well and told a good story. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2009

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Wrtier

This one meant a great deal to me. Thanks for enjoying it. Carol

Comment from Eternal Muse

Excellent

This was so endearing. I believe in the power of prayer. Your son heard it, and he summoned his strength to pull through.

This was so endearing! Loved your presentation. And the picture was phenomenal!

Congratulations on the gem of a poem.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2009

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Yeltel

I got a gem of a boy! When the doctors gave up, God did not! Thanks...Carol

Comment from MsRefusenik

Excellent

And thank God for your great blessing I do. Great photo to go along with this wonderful haiku. Very nice job indeed. A splendid entry in haiku contest. Good luck to you.

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2009

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MrRefusenik

Yes, I was very blessed. The doctors were sure he would die, but God had other plans. Carol

Comment from melyuki

Excellent

So beautiful are these words sis, having just read a portion of your story about Johnny. This poem brought tears to my eyes. Our talking last night, your morning, has prompted your desire to finish the story. I am so looking forward to sitting back and listening to your every thought. Lots of luv from Mel xx

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2009

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Mel

Some of it is not a nice story,,,But I think I will do it. It might take me longer than my usual stories. We will see! Thanks for the review and for stopping by as usual...With love, Carol

Comment from Phil Kitom

Excellent

Yes you were truly blessed and this
comes across very strong in this
short poem Carol. Good luck with it...
It speaks straight to the heart...

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2009

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Phil...I am thinking of re-posting the begininng stories of John's life (Diamond in the Rough) and continuing it on. There's a lot of new people now that haven't read it and I thought maybe I had the strength to continue now...What do you think? Have a great day....Carol

reply by Phil Kitom on 27-Oct-2009

Indeed Carol, do so if this is what you wish...

Comment from Jeanie Mercer

Excellent

This is a very touching poem. I'm so glad that God saw fit to spare your little son's life and that you could therefore write this poem, plus lots of other good things! Best wishes, Jeanie Mercer

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2009

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Jeanie

Johnny and I were truly blessed. Thanks so much for the kind comments. Carol

Comment from BJean

Excellent

Yes you were definitely blessed. Sometimes He says yes and sometimes no, but I know that you were rejoicing as any mother would. your haiku so captures this rejoicing moment. Good form and meaning. Jean

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2009

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Jean

Thanks for the review. Yes, when the doctors gave up on him and God didn't. I could not have been more blessed. Thanks again. Carol

Comment from jester71

Excellent

I love the last line, baby cries, he lives. The reader can assume the baby lives and it can also be read as He (God) lives. Very clever.

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2009

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Jester

The doctors gave up on my son but God didn't...for that I will be forever grateful. Thanks for enjoying my poem. Carol