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With Each Path, A Healing Prayer

Despite life's challenges, so much for which to be grateful

56 total reviews 
Comment from MissMerri
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Oh, how strongly I can relate to the feelings you've expressed in this beautiful poem! I loved how you ended each detailed observation with a specific kind of prayer... hopeful, grateful, joyful, etc. and finally a healing prayer. How much we need that! A beautiful and inspiring piece Diane. I'm so glad I made it to FanStory today. ;") MM

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Oh, Adonna!
    How happy I am that you "made it to FanStory today" as well! :)
    This offering began as a Kyrielle, and then it took on a life of its own as I realized that each of the moments I describe are often accompanied by a prayer...
    Thank you for your exceptional rating and complimentary review.
    I just shared with Dorothy Farrell how I wish everyone had a "Miller's Pond" in their lives.
    So pleased my offering resonated with you!

    Thank you!
    diane
Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Very nice images, diane.
-A deer and her fawn are so precious.
-Your notes are appreciated, too.
-A well written poem with
good nature imagery as you
create this word picture of
Miller's Pond and its inhabitants.
-It does sound like a very peaceful
place, and one that allows you
to reflect and get away from every day life.
-

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    So pleased you enjoyed, Pam!

    Thank you!
    diane
reply by Pam (respa) on 15-Mar-2021
    You are very welcome, diane.
Comment from robyn corum
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Diane,

It's remarkable how I have been able to find so much solace in nature throughout this whole chaotic pandemic. It seems that perhaps nature has offered its blessings for you, as well. But how could it not!?

You do know about us collecting posts for the 2020 Covid Retrospective, right? I'm hoping to publish a book on how writers dealt with the craziness - seeking pieces from March of 2020 to now. I'd love for you to search your portfolio for anything - or anything more if you've already offered things. Thanks!

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Thank you, Robyn.
    I sent you two offerings...

    diane
reply by robyn corum on 15-Mar-2021
    Actually, I think you sent me four. But I feel certain you have more than that. If you look alllll the way back??

    But I also need the name you want me to use and where you are writing from, please.
reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Thanks,Robyn.
    Will check
    In the meantime:
    Diane Kenel-Truelove
    Traverse City, MI

    Thank you!
    diane
reply by robyn corum on 15-Mar-2021
    Bouquets of Hope
    It Doesn't Seem Like Christmas
    (though I'd like you to consider 'Christmas 2020' or something since your first line is the same as the title)
    In Renewal's Cathedral
    To Mend this Broken Land
    those are the ones I have right now.
reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Hello Robyn,
    Sure.
    "Christmas 2020" is aok...
    And then I'll send you my recent one...
    With Each Path, A Healing Prayer...

    Thank you
reply by robyn corum on 15-Mar-2021
    Nah. I'll grab it.
Comment from Teri7
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Diane, This is a very beautiful and well written poem you have penned about this wonderful place that was kind of like a refuge for you in the time of covid. You used great descriptive and heartfelt words and beautiful imagery. I am so glad you had a place to enjoy at that time. love and blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Hello Teri!
    So very pleased my offering resonated with you!
    Thank you for your exceptional rating and complimentary review!
    I wish everyone had a "Miller's Pond!"

    Thank you ever so much!
    diane
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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With Each Path, A Healing Prayer
by Mrs. KT

Hello, Diane,

I understand how you feel. I pray every night to thank God for keeping my family and me safe and healthy. We all work at home and most of my family are vaccinated. I get mine tomorrow.

I like the presentation and word imagery...you paint a beautiful picture. Nice structure and rhyme.

Well done!

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Thank you, Gypsy!
    So pleased you enjoyed!

    Wishing you a beautiful week!
    diane
Comment from Iza Deleanu
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Nature is such a big healer, and pandemic or not we need to be closer to it:"
In time, I shall return again.
God's treasured gifts, I yearn to share,
For in truth, they can mend life's pain;
With each path, a healing prayer." Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Hello Iza!
    So pleased you enjoyed!

    Thank you!
    diane
Comment from papa55mike
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If my mind is clouded, the best thing I can do is take a walk. Buttercups and Robins tell me it's almost spring. What a wonderfully written poem. Best of luck with your writing!

Have a great day, and God bless.
mike

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Hello Mike!
    Walking does wonders for one's mind and soul and total well-being!
    So pleased you enjoyed!

    Thank you!
    diane
Comment from lyenochka
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Thank you for sharing your beautiful walk with us and showing us that these walks are times of prayer and meditation and restoration. Love your presentation and your sweet refrain of different kinds of prayer as you walk.

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Hello Helen!
    This offering began as a Kyrielle and then took on a life of its own!
    So pleased you enjoyed!

    Thank you!
    diane
reply by lyenochka on 15-Mar-2021
    So cool when the poem takes a life of its own!
Comment from Possummagic
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Absolutely beautifully written and thank you for sharing with us. This poem shows in great detail the wonders of the world no matter what small part of the world it shows. I really enjoyed your colourful, delightful words. Marie

 Comment Written 15-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    Hello Marie!
    I am honored by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
    I wish everyone had a "Miller's Pond" to visit...

    So pleased my offering resonated with you!
    Thank you!
    diane
Comment from DonandVicki
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Your Millers pond reminds me a lot of "Walden's pond" where he was able to retreat and meditate. We all should be so lucky as to have a place to find peace.

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2021
    Hello DonandVicki!
    I wish everyone had a "Miller's Pond" or "Walden Pond" to retreat to and revitalize. It's been a salvation during this year of uncertainty and challenges.
    Thank you!
    diane