The Least of These
contest entry20 total reviews
Comment from nancy_e_davis
I can attest to the fact that widowhood is a very lonely place to dwell. It has taken a good three years for me to adjust. This is a very nice free verse and the picture fits it well. Good luck in the contest. Nancy
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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I can attest to the fact that widowhood is a very lonely place to dwell. It has taken a good three years for me to adjust. This is a very nice free verse and the picture fits it well. Good luck in the contest. Nancy
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you very much, Nancy. I'll bet the holidays are especially hard. Blessings to you and yours; and thanks for the great review!
Comment from elliejean
I love the picture. I love the poem. Widows can find solace in church. The pain fades every so gradually. It seems like nothing helps at first. Great work.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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I love the picture. I love the poem. Widows can find solace in church. The pain fades every so gradually. It seems like nothing helps at first. Great work.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you, elliejean. I so appreciate your lovely review!
Comment from Treischel
A touching glimpse into the lonely thoughts of a window as she kneels at her devotions. Some nice alliteration like - whispered words, add to the emotional setting. The verse beautifully sculpted to draw the poetic pause is well done.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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A touching glimpse into the lonely thoughts of a window as she kneels at her devotions. Some nice alliteration like - whispered words, add to the emotional setting. The verse beautifully sculpted to draw the poetic pause is well done.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you very much, Treischel, for this lovely and encouraging review. I appreciate it!
Comment from Axiom Gray
I absolutely loved this poem! What a way to spin a phrase. Kudos! Huzzah! Thank you so much for the smile on my face and the inspiration to write something just as powerful. Have a great day!
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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I absolutely loved this poem! What a way to spin a phrase. Kudos! Huzzah! Thank you so much for the smile on my face and the inspiration to write something just as powerful. Have a great day!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you so much, AG. I am happy to make you smile as you have certainly done that for me. What a kind and generous review! Warmest regards.
Comment from Miss C.L.Scarlett
My gosh...it was like listening to a powerful whisper with that poem. As though someone with a mesmerising voice was whispering it into my ear. It was visible to me and flowed very well. The image above it was also perplexingly intreaguing. :]I loved it. :]
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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My gosh...it was like listening to a powerful whisper with that poem. As though someone with a mesmerising voice was whispering it into my ear. It was visible to me and flowed very well. The image above it was also perplexingly intreaguing. :]I loved it. :]
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you so much, MCLS. I sure do appreciate your very generous and encouraging review. Kindest regards!
Comment from MelReyn
I saw that widow there in the church, head bowed, shoulders slumped, as she fought to find the meaning, the peace. I picture a little old lady, not sure if that is what you had in mind. You did the writing prompt justice. Good work!
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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I saw that widow there in the church, head bowed, shoulders slumped, as she fought to find the meaning, the peace. I picture a little old lady, not sure if that is what you had in mind. You did the writing prompt justice. Good work!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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That's exactly the picture I had in mind, Mel. There's a lot of them I see Sunday after Sunday and I wanted to write a poem about how they've touched me. Thank so much for great review and encouragement.
Comment from mtnspirit
Hi,
Though the color scheme and art are beautiful your words would clearly have stood alone. This is an awesome poem.
The lonliness could be felt and I loved the words...
Calling on a faith
catalogued in a
crackly suitcase
she drinks in His face
and prays through the pain.
Outstanding job and thank you for sharing.Best to you in this contest.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Hi,
Though the color scheme and art are beautiful your words would clearly have stood alone. This is an awesome poem.
The lonliness could be felt and I loved the words...
Calling on a faith
catalogued in a
crackly suitcase
she drinks in His face
and prays through the pain.
Outstanding job and thank you for sharing.Best to you in this contest.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you, mtnspirit, so much for this extraordinary review and your good luck wishes. I appreciate the encouragement very much!
Comment from tinlight
The widow's name could be Eleanor Rigby. Like many who find themselves alone, she turns to religion which promises and end to loneliness. In the process, she is touched by a higher loneliness. How tragic, and ironic!
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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The widow's name could be Eleanor Rigby. Like many who find themselves alone, she turns to religion which promises and end to loneliness. In the process, she is touched by a higher loneliness. How tragic, and ironic!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Hi, tinlight. What an interesting observation. Though I have not listened to the Beatles in many years, when you mentioned that song I realized that somewhere in the recesses of my mind, it may very well have inspired this write. That's so awesome! Thanks much.
Comment from Kingsland
This poem would work in well with a lyric from a country song. This poem is well written with very good emotions. I enjoyed partaking of it... John
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reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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This poem would work in well with a lyric from a country song. This poem is well written with very good emotions. I enjoyed partaking of it... John
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Comment Written 28-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you very much, John. I think you may be correct about that country music song. Appreciate the encouraging words!
Comment from EMB
This is a great poem. I can actually see this widow as she enters the sanctuary, all alone with a solemn face, probably for the umpteenth time in a week. I can imagine her prayers being muddled with thoughts of wondering whether God feels as she does sometimes. This was a very nice poem, my friend.
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reply by the author on 28-Nov-2012
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This is a great poem. I can actually see this widow as she enters the sanctuary, all alone with a solemn face, probably for the umpteenth time in a week. I can imagine her prayers being muddled with thoughts of wondering whether God feels as she does sometimes. This was a very nice poem, my friend.
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Comment Written 28-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2012
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Thank you much, Edward. I appreciate your kind and supportive review.