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Comment from Wendy G
A fabulous poem of faith for the contest. Very powerful because you speak of lived experience, and like all of us, experience ongoing hurt from the past. So I particularly like the positive transition into the present, as in the last two refrains. The past is gone and the scars also. Because of Him. Best wishes for your entry in the contest.
Wendy
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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A fabulous poem of faith for the contest. Very powerful because you speak of lived experience, and like all of us, experience ongoing hurt from the past. So I particularly like the positive transition into the present, as in the last two refrains. The past is gone and the scars also. Because of Him. Best wishes for your entry in the contest.
Wendy
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Oh Wendy, as always, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. And also for your gift of six stars!
You have no idea how much the whole package means to me!
It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
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Comment from LJbutterfly
Dear Debi,
I love your letter from God, the center of our joy. This is an inspirational piece. Your poem tells the story of a traumatized young child having to deal with pain and shame all alone. I love your powerful message. Bad experiences don't define you. We are redeemed by the love and the blood of Jesus. I'm calling this year, 2023, the year of restoration. I will be looking to read the good things God will be doing this year.
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Dear Debi,
I love your letter from God, the center of our joy. This is an inspirational piece. Your poem tells the story of a traumatized young child having to deal with pain and shame all alone. I love your powerful message. Bad experiences don't define you. We are redeemed by the love and the blood of Jesus. I'm calling this year, 2023, the year of restoration. I will be looking to read the good things God will be doing this year.
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Lorraine, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. It's so appreciated,
You have been so good to me all year and I just wanted to thank you extra for all the great reviews and for being such a good friend!
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You too, have been a kind and caring friend, always sharing words of encouragement. I enjoy your poetry, and appreciate having you as a friend.
Comment from Kayte Ray
This is beautiful and shows a great level of emotion to the reader. Your flow and rhythm are beautifully accented by the repeated line. I love your presentation as well, great colors and a perfect font for this piece
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This is beautiful and shows a great level of emotion to the reader. Your flow and rhythm are beautifully accented by the repeated line. I love your presentation as well, great colors and a perfect font for this piece
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Kayte, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
Comment from Carol Clark2
What a powerful poem! This is a good reminder that we can forgive the past and move on in Jesus' love and strength. I like the change of the refrain from scarring events of the past to defining events in the present. Well done! Best wishes in the contest and blessings in 2023. Carol
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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What a powerful poem! This is a good reminder that we can forgive the past and move on in Jesus' love and strength. I like the change of the refrain from scarring events of the past to defining events in the present. Well done! Best wishes in the contest and blessings in 2023. Carol
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Oh Carol, as always, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. And also for your gift of six stars!
You have no idea how much the whole package means to me!
It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
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You're welcome, my friend. Glad I read this.
Comment from LateBloomer
Hello Debi, my SOTU, God spoke and you not only listened, but you opened your heart and you let him in.
Your poem reads and flows well and has silky rhyming within. Your message is clear and an inspiration to many, especially those in doubt.
Of special note;
I'm thankful you let me back into your life
Replaced good for the bad and joy for the strife
D, you have travelled a "long and winding road" but the road brought you exactly to the place where you should be. Well done. Beautifully illustrated. Well-chosen photo. Happy New Year. You are off to a great start! Xo. M
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Hello Debi, my SOTU, God spoke and you not only listened, but you opened your heart and you let him in.
Your poem reads and flows well and has silky rhyming within. Your message is clear and an inspiration to many, especially those in doubt.
Of special note;
I'm thankful you let me back into your life
Replaced good for the bad and joy for the strife
D, you have travelled a "long and winding road" but the road brought you exactly to the place where you should be. Well done. Beautifully illustrated. Well-chosen photo. Happy New Year. You are off to a great start! Xo. M
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Margaret, as always, you are so sweet! You are full of sugar, honey and everything that's sweet! However I gave that up for NY. I guess I have to make an exception! I'm addicted to you dear sister and your not fattening!
. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. And also for your gift of six stars!
You have no idea how much the whole package means to me!
It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
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Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell
You expressed your emotions well. I am so glad that Jesus scars took every scar on you away of being sinned against. I'm glad you gave your life to Him, and He is glad to call you daughter. You need never carry guilt for others' sins!
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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You expressed your emotions well. I am so glad that Jesus scars took every scar on you away of being sinned against. I'm glad you gave your life to Him, and He is glad to call you daughter. You need never carry guilt for others' sins!
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Verna, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
Comment from Michele Harber
This is the first poem I'm reviewing this year, and I couldn't have chosen a better one. I sincerely hope the negative events you touch upon didn't actually happen to you but, either way, your poem is an inspiration for anyone who's ever been hurt, questioned their faith, or took the blame for things done to them by others.
Your poem is moving and motivating, suggesting that faith and trust can get you through even the worst of times. The repeating refrain -- both versions -- is very inspiring and empowering. Your rhyme and your meter are nearly perfect. (My only suggestion would be to change "perplex" to "perplexed" in the seventh stanza, in terms of grammar and making a better rhyme with "next.")
This is a phenomenal piece, and I wish you luck in the contest.
Happy New Year!
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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This is the first poem I'm reviewing this year, and I couldn't have chosen a better one. I sincerely hope the negative events you touch upon didn't actually happen to you but, either way, your poem is an inspiration for anyone who's ever been hurt, questioned their faith, or took the blame for things done to them by others.
Your poem is moving and motivating, suggesting that faith and trust can get you through even the worst of times. The repeating refrain -- both versions -- is very inspiring and empowering. Your rhyme and your meter are nearly perfect. (My only suggestion would be to change "perplex" to "perplexed" in the seventh stanza, in terms of grammar and making a better rhyme with "next.")
This is a phenomenal piece, and I wish you luck in the contest.
Happy New Year!
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Michelle, as always, you are so sweet. Yes I was molested by my godfather and said if I told, something bad would happen to my dad. So he stole my childhood and I feared my whole life. Then at 17 I was raped so it was a lot to forgive. However they don't get to steal my present and my time w my great friends like you! I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. And also for your gift of six stars!
You have no idea how much the whole package means to me!
It's so appreciated, my dear friend! PS. I did change that word so thank you for the great advice!
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Debi, words can't express how sorry I am that you had to endure all you did, especially at such a young age. But the fact that you have come through it all with such a positive attitude, and such a beautiful smile, speaks volumes for the type of person you are, and makes me so proud to call you my friend!
I'm glad you found FanStory, as it offers a wonderful outlet for stories such as yours. I've encountered a number of people on the site who've shared similar history. I admire all of you for having the courage to tell your stories, and for recognizing that this is a safe space to do so.
I'm so happy that my small suggestion was able to make an already great work that tiny bit better.
Comment from royowen
Yes, when God gave us that famous scripture Lamentations 3: 22-23, the mercies of God are new every morning. God is not interested in what we've done, He can forgive us for them. He's only interested in changing and handling the now, and that can influence and change your future, He is a merciful and kind, this is beautifully written Judy love the repetitive narrative Debi. Well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Yes, when God gave us that famous scripture Lamentations 3: 22-23, the mercies of God are new every morning. God is not interested in what we've done, He can forgive us for them. He's only interested in changing and handling the now, and that can influence and change your future, He is a merciful and kind, this is beautifully written Judy love the repetitive narrative Debi. Well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Roy, as always, you are so sweet. I accidentally put Rick's name on your last one, but by accident! I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. And also for your gift of six stars!
You have no idea how much the whole package means to me!
It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
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You are worth it Debi
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Comment from nomi338
Whether you intended it or not, the overriding message I received from this post is do not allow past hurts to scar or mar your present or your future. I god could forgive those who sought to murder his only begotten son. If Jesus could forgive Saul of Tarsus who persecuted so many of his followers. If the apostles could forgive and accept Paul as one of their number. Surely we can find it in our hearts to forgive, as for pardoning them, that is something only God can do. However, if we would want to be like God, them we must love unconditionally, freely forgiving, and allowing God to do what only he can do. God bless and keep you my dearly beloved sister.
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Whether you intended it or not, the overriding message I received from this post is do not allow past hurts to scar or mar your present or your future. I god could forgive those who sought to murder his only begotten son. If Jesus could forgive Saul of Tarsus who persecuted so many of his followers. If the apostles could forgive and accept Paul as one of their number. Surely we can find it in our hearts to forgive, as for pardoning them, that is something only God can do. However, if we would want to be like God, them we must love unconditionally, freely forgiving, and allowing God to do what only he can do. God bless and keep you my dearly beloved sister.
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Amen, my wonderful brother! That is exactly what my message was.
Either I could allow my uncle, (molester) and (rapist) to steal what time I have left, like they did my childhood or I can take back what is my inheritance that God meant me to have. And about twenty years ago I finally told my dad and siblings, and gave my life back to Jesus.
I am an emotional chatterbox who loves so deeply, because I blocked everyone out growing up. I never talked, laughed and couldn't report it because he threatened my dad if I told. So I lived in fear. Then ten years later when I was raped, I just locked that up in the same whole in my heart.
Now I am freed by the blood of the lamb!
Oh Nolan, my sweet friend, I saw such good in you and when we met, I knew if you had truly been my brother, things might have been different. So that is why whenever we talk, I feel such peace. It's hard to explain, but it is there is such a safe and secure love I have for you.
Ok, tears coming.
Thank you for your wonderful words of wisdom. I've come to expect that from you, as I am in awe of your love for our mutual Father!
Thank you for this awesome review and your gift of the extra stars.
And thank you for being you! Happy New Year dear brother!
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You are so welcome my beautiful sister. Please be clear, I am no saint. I have my own warts, but the difference is, I know what it means to be a Christian: No judging, no hatred, as much as possible no lying, and above all, love for my fellow beings, no matter what. I try my level best to live up to that. I do not always succeed, but I do always try.
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Debi,
This is a good poem/song that shows that faith and living in the present can change your live. Forgiveness lets you let go of the past, no matter how bas it was. This one sounds like lies and abuse. If one can get pat this, then who you are is one that should stay.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Good luck in the contest.
Happy New Year.
Joan
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Hi Debi,
This is a good poem/song that shows that faith and living in the present can change your live. Forgiveness lets you let go of the past, no matter how bas it was. This one sounds like lies and abuse. If one can get pat this, then who you are is one that should stay.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Good luck in the contest.
Happy New Year.
Joan
Comment Written 01-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023
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Me again Joan! Now we're up to 11 inches! Back to me telling you are a sweetheart. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
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You're welcome, Debi. We are supposed to get more today.
Joan