Eternity's Embrace
Accept it, my child, and spread your wings...67 total reviews
Comment from BeasPeas
This is a fine entry for the contest, Yvette. Forgiveness is always a good thing. Everyone wants that, and hopefully is willing to give and get. Marilyn
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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This is a fine entry for the contest, Yvette. Forgiveness is always a good thing. Everyone wants that, and hopefully is willing to give and get. Marilyn
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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You are so right, Marilyn -- think the world could use a whole lot more of it rather than the 'live in vengeance' mode of social media... sigh. Have a Terrific Tuesday out there!! ;) ;) Yvette
Comment from Mrs. KT
Hello dear Yvette!
That they do; that they do!
And, oh! The heights one can fly!
Yes, friend, we are on the same wavelength; I think that is marvelous!
Now...can I let you in on a tiny secret?
I thought so:
Here it goes:
I am the first to forgive, but... I a tiny little minuscule part of me remembers... :) (Blame the nuns...) :)
Best Wishes!
diane
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Hello dear Yvette!
That they do; that they do!
And, oh! The heights one can fly!
Yes, friend, we are on the same wavelength; I think that is marvelous!
Now...can I let you in on a tiny secret?
I thought so:
Here it goes:
I am the first to forgive, but... I a tiny little minuscule part of me remembers... :) (Blame the nuns...) :)
Best Wishes!
diane
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Oh.... you got me: my memory is a veeeerrrryyy long one, my friend... and, yes, it is eidetic (not a good combination for those around me).... ;) :) And I only had the nuns through 5th grade...!! LOL! ;) Love ya! Yvette
Comment from robyn corum
Yvette,
OoooOOOooo... Yes. I like this. Very powerful and encouraging. The syllable count is just right and I can't imagine a post to beat this one. You do these so well. Good luck!
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Yvette,
OoooOOOooo... Yes. I like this. Very powerful and encouraging. The syllable count is just right and I can't imagine a post to beat this one. You do these so well. Good luck!
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Thanx much, my friend, for your encouragement... though I do promise not to hold my breath about the competition... :) ;) Thanx for the smile and your wonderful support! ;) Stay dry over there!! ;) Yvette
Comment from damommy
Forgiveness is a two-way street. It benefits both the one who need forgiving and the one who forgives. Well said.
Awesome picture. The white reminds me of a dove's wings.
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Forgiveness is a two-way street. It benefits both the one who need forgiving and the one who forgives. Well said.
Awesome picture. The white reminds me of a dove's wings.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Thanx so much for your review, Yvonne -- always much appreciated over here! ;) Have a Terrific Tuesday! ;) Yvette
Comment from Susan X Smith
This is a respectable contest entry, keeping to the syllable requirement. The image that complements it is quite striking and the words are inspirational. Good luck in the voting.
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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This is a respectable contest entry, keeping to the syllable requirement. The image that complements it is quite striking and the words are inspirational. Good luck in the voting.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Thanx so much for your review, Susan - much appreciated! ;) Have a Terrific Tuesday!! ;) ;) Yvette
Comment from w.j.debi
You are so correct about forgiveness giving us freedom. It lifts a weight and lets us move forward, or as you say, it allows us to fly. It does lighten the load and make us feel better.
Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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You are so correct about forgiveness giving us freedom. It lifts a weight and lets us move forward, or as you say, it allows us to fly. It does lighten the load and make us feel better.
Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Thanx so much, W.J., for your review here... forgiveness is one of those two-edged swords that cuts the bonds of both parties, yeah? Think the world could use a whole lot more of it rather than the 'live in vengeance' mode of social media... sigh. Have a Terrific Tuesday!! ;) ;) Yvette
Comment from Jesse James Doty
The line above the title says to "accept it, my child, and spread your wings...". Then you talk about "The arms of forgiveness," does this mean we should accept forgiveness, or offer forgiveness? Or is it both? Then the title addresses "Eternity's Embrace." Does that mean forgiveness lasts an eternity? And, who's embrace are we to accept?
It appears to mean a lot of different things, and yet, the theme seems to be about being able to spread our wings and fly. I guess I'm asking for clarification of the cohesion of what you are saying.
I love the artwork and presentation as a whole.
Take care, Jesse
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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The line above the title says to "accept it, my child, and spread your wings...". Then you talk about "The arms of forgiveness," does this mean we should accept forgiveness, or offer forgiveness? Or is it both? Then the title addresses "Eternity's Embrace." Does that mean forgiveness lasts an eternity? And, who's embrace are we to accept?
It appears to mean a lot of different things, and yet, the theme seems to be about being able to spread our wings and fly. I guess I'm asking for clarification of the cohesion of what you are saying.
I love the artwork and presentation as a whole.
Take care, Jesse
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Just talking about forgiveness for everyone involved, Jesse -- wasn't trying to go too deep or anything, my friend! ;) :) Thanx as always for y our detailed brain really trying to delve into it, but, honestly, it was just my way of saying that forgiveness is one of those two-edged swords that cuts the bonds of both parties... ;) Take care out there and have a Wonderful Wednesday! :)
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Hi Yvette.
Thanks for the clarification. I think the way you explained it just now, is the best way of saying it in your post.
I know I search for deeper meanings, but hey, that's just my way. A good head-scratcher, that poem of yours. Enjoy your Wednesday, as well.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from evesayshi
In my opinion, a striking revelation that requires more consideration and employment throughout the world today, paying it forward at the individual level, but also in the relationship among governments - well told in its succinct free verse message of humanity made simple and fully compliant with the prompt, of course. Best wishes in the contest with this idealized write...
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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In my opinion, a striking revelation that requires more consideration and employment throughout the world today, paying it forward at the individual level, but also in the relationship among governments - well told in its succinct free verse message of humanity made simple and fully compliant with the prompt, of course. Best wishes in the contest with this idealized write...
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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You are so right, Eve... forgiveness is one of those two-edged swords that cuts the bonds of both parties, yeah? I agree that the world could use a whole lot more of it rather than the 'live in vengeance' mode of social media and politics... sigh. Have a Terrific Tuesday!! ;) ;) Yvette
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I agree completely and with hope, Yvette - as an eternal optimist, my hope sustains me in this world of turmoil and "live in vengeance" mentality. Have a terrific Tuesday as well, and I hope it flows throughout the rest of the week for you...Eve
Comment from royowen
Yes, I know we think of forgiveness is more for the forgivor, but I think it's also for the the forgivee also. So I really like the idea of yours that one is released to "fly", well done Dear girl, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Yes, I know we think of forgiveness is more for the forgivor, but I think it's also for the the forgivee also. So I really like the idea of yours that one is released to "fly", well done Dear girl, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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You are so right, Roy... forgiveness is one of those two-edged swords that cuts the bonds of both parties, yeah? Think the world could use a whole lot more of it rather than the 'live in vengeance' mode of social media... sigh. Have a Terrific Tuesday!! ;) ;) Yvette
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You?re so right Yvette
Comment from lyenochka
Wonderful words! Yes, forgiveness gives us the freedom from the weight of guilt to the one needing forgiveness and the weight of bitterness for those harboring hurt. Best wishes in the contest!
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Wonderful words! Yes, forgiveness gives us the freedom from the weight of guilt to the one needing forgiveness and the weight of bitterness for those harboring hurt. Best wishes in the contest!
Comment Written 10-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2020
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Thank you, Helen, for your awesome review - forgiveness is one of those two-edged swords that cuts the bonds of both parties, yeah? Have a Terrific Tuesday! ;) Yvette