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When life ends for the homeless

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Comment from Wendy G
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Carol, such a beautiful piece. God knows the heart and many will be surprised as to who is in heaven. God is merciful and gracious and is not influenced by prestige or status. Best wishes for your entry.
Wendy

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 12-Feb-2022
    I am getting slower by the second and every time I think I have a handle on being polite and telling everyone how much their efforts and words mean to me (truly mean to me) I discover I have just fallen further behind. I appreciate that people actually enjoy what spills from my aging brain and couldn't find more happiness than sharing my writing. I thank you for your time and thoughts.

    Sending a basket of smiles and hugs and apologies... especially to those I've left waiting for days.

    HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
    May cupid sprinkle you with much joy!

    Always, Carol
Comment from Sally Law
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This is really wonderful and a beautiful response to the 39 prompt. I wish you all the best in the contest with this impacting short flash. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally XOs

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 12-Feb-2022
    I am getting slower by the second and every time I think I have a handle on being polite and telling everyone how much their efforts and words mean to me (truly mean to me) I discover I have just fallen further behind. I appreciate that people actually enjoy what spills from my aging brain and couldn't find more happiness than sharing my writing. I thank you for your time and thoughts.

    Sending a basket of smiles and hugs and apologies... especially to those I've left waiting for days.

    HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
    May cupid sprinkle you with much joy!

    Always, Carol
Comment from Susan Newell
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Fantastic job, Carol. I didn't even think of attempting this one. You have summed up very well how sins are forgiven and we all get to go home to our Father and his loving touch.

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 12-Feb-2022
    I am getting slower by the second and every time I think I have a handle on being polite and telling everyone how much their efforts and words mean to me (truly mean to me) I discover I have just fallen further behind. I appreciate that people actually enjoy what spills from my aging brain and couldn't find more happiness than sharing my writing. I thank you for your time and thoughts.

    Sending a basket of smiles and hugs and apologies... especially to those I've left waiting for days.

    HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
    May cupid sprinkle you with much joy!

    Always, Carol
Comment from BethShelby
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I don't think you could have used 39 words more effectively. This is beautiful and heartwarming to think these peoples painful journey on this earth will have a glorious welcome to Heaven

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 12-Feb-2022
    I am getting slower by the second and every time I think I have a handle on being polite and telling everyone how much their efforts and words mean to me (truly mean to me) I discover I have just fallen further behind. I appreciate that people actually enjoy what spills from my aging brain and couldn't find more happiness than sharing my writing. I thank you for your time and thoughts.

    Sending a basket of smiles and hugs and apologies... especially to those I've left waiting for days.

    HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
    May cupid sprinkle you with much joy!

    Always, Carol
Comment from BethShelby
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I don't think you could have used 39 words more effectively. This is beautiful and heartwarming to think these peoples painful journey on this earth will have a glorious welcome to Heaven

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 12-Feb-2022
    I am getting slower by the second and every time I think I have a handle on being polite and telling everyone how much their efforts and words mean to me (truly mean to me) I discover I have just fallen further behind. I appreciate that people actually enjoy what spills from my aging brain and couldn't find more happiness than sharing my writing. I thank you for your time and thoughts.

    Sending a basket of smiles and hugs and apologies... especially to those I've left waiting for days.

    HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
    May cupid sprinkle you with much joy!

    Always, Carol
Comment from lyenochka
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What a great entry for this 39 word challenge! And what comfort it is to know that no matter what people suffer here on Earth, the Lord will welcome and bring to perfect joy and peace in Him in Heaven! Best wishes in the contest!

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 06-Feb-2022
    Exactly what I was trying to say and that their story is already known to our Lord regardless of what the world might say. He sees and knows our hearts and welcomes us home.

    Hugs, CArol
Comment from Anne Johnston
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Very good entry for this contest. Good use of the words that were given.
So glad God looks on our hearts, and does not judge us for our station in life, all who call on Him can receive salvation and eternal life.

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 06-Feb-2022
    Hi, Anne... Yes, I am grateful as well that God looks at our hearts and not our mistakes. Rich or poor we are all equal in his eyes. Thanks for the kind review.

    Hugs, Carol
reply by Anne Johnston on 06-Feb-2022
    You are welcome, Carol. Hope you have a great week
Comment from Theodore McDowell
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Great for the writing prompt. Because of the word limit you were forced to be more direct than usual in the spiritual aspects and could weave as much of your imagery into the story, but the tale does the trick for the prompt in a very remarkable way.

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 06-Feb-2022
    Thank you so much. I had to write and rewrite numerous times because there was so much I wanted to say, but 39 words, six sentences and three chosen words limited my ability. I am glad I could make the necessary points stand out.

    Hugs, Carol
Comment from dellsworthpoet
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An interesting tale.

The flow is good. The language is appropriate to the subject. The message is clear.

Suggestion:

The lesson would have been even stronger if the homeless person had no major redeeming qualities. This almost makes it seem that veterans are more worthy of grace than the average man.

Thanks for an interesting read.

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 06-Feb-2022
    Thanks for the review and your suggestion. I chose a veteran because we have so many living on the streets in our town. I feel that anyone who fought and risked their life for ours is worthy of better treatment than they seem to get. I'm not saying that others aren't deserving, but today at this moment, a veteran was on my mind.

    Thank you so much. Carol
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
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This is phenomenal! You have done a superb job with this spiritual fiction challenge. It should be known as a tribute to homeless and troubled veterans, everywhere. Maybe you can seek to publish it in Guideposts or another Christian magazine? This is something everyone should read, especially believers; it clearly reflects the attitude of Christ toward the poor and downtrodden in our world. Very well written, with great understanding and truth!

 Comment Written 06-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 06-Feb-2022
    Mary Kay... It's wonderful to see your smiling face and the awesome review you've honored me with. I feel as if my life is in a shaker and it won't stop moving. Thank you so much for your kindness and the stars. I appreciate it beyond words and this time I get to tell you that on time. LOL

    Hugs, Carol
reply by Mary Kay Bonfante on 07-Feb-2022
    Yes, Carol, you sure did! I also had no idea that you were the author, but in retrospect, it doesn't surprise me. I don't have nearly as many people in my life as you do, but I also have that terrible sense of disordered living. I pray a lot! You're still in my prayers, my friend -- you and your family. May God bless you. Love, Mary Kay xoxo