Giants Have Many Faces
We all have our struggles.16 total reviews
Comment from WalkerMan
You are absolutely right about this; but there are moments when there is no time for prayer or even thought in words -- it's act or die. If you already have such faith, the calmness it gives you will enable you to act correctly fast enough to survive, possibly without harm.
Thank you for your service to our country, during which you likely had more than one such experience, including the one that prompted retirement. God has always known your character, so He was there for you when needed.
My first such time was at age eight before I learned to swim. I had waded into knee-deep water at the edge of a lake, but my next step was into water well over my head. Fortunately, I remained calm, turned toward shore, and jumped to catch a breath of air before sinking again. I repeated that several times, in hope of landing on higher sand. After enough attempts, I did, and walked back onto the shore. My parents were not there, so I never told them what had happened.
My second was my 1990 "Icy Blind Curve Encounter" (in my Portfolio). It could have been a head-on collision killing a dozen people besides me, but my quick reaction within God's precise timing saved us all.
My third time was just a year ago, as described in "Earth Angels Among Us" (still at the top of my Portfolio). As I could feel my life ebbing away while I lay on the floor, I did not ask God for more time. Instead, I simply thanked Him for the nearly eighty healthy years He had given me. Sally was one of the Earth Angels here at FanStory who prayed for me.
Congratulations on your win in the 5-7-5 Contest. I voted for this post at the time, but did not get back to review it until now. Sally and I have become friends because I have been catching the errors made by her speech-to-text equipment as she writes her books and stories, since she can't see them. I am here now because she told me she is the woman you so kindly mentioned in your Notes for this post. Your 5-7-5 was already Six-worthy, but knowing the connection to Sally clinches the bolt.
Superb, and aptly illustrated.
I have looked through your Portfolio and seen enough to justify becoming your Fan. I'll do that in a separate PM. :)) -- Mike
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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You are absolutely right about this; but there are moments when there is no time for prayer or even thought in words -- it's act or die. If you already have such faith, the calmness it gives you will enable you to act correctly fast enough to survive, possibly without harm.
Thank you for your service to our country, during which you likely had more than one such experience, including the one that prompted retirement. God has always known your character, so He was there for you when needed.
My first such time was at age eight before I learned to swim. I had waded into knee-deep water at the edge of a lake, but my next step was into water well over my head. Fortunately, I remained calm, turned toward shore, and jumped to catch a breath of air before sinking again. I repeated that several times, in hope of landing on higher sand. After enough attempts, I did, and walked back onto the shore. My parents were not there, so I never told them what had happened.
My second was my 1990 "Icy Blind Curve Encounter" (in my Portfolio). It could have been a head-on collision killing a dozen people besides me, but my quick reaction within God's precise timing saved us all.
My third time was just a year ago, as described in "Earth Angels Among Us" (still at the top of my Portfolio). As I could feel my life ebbing away while I lay on the floor, I did not ask God for more time. Instead, I simply thanked Him for the nearly eighty healthy years He had given me. Sally was one of the Earth Angels here at FanStory who prayed for me.
Congratulations on your win in the 5-7-5 Contest. I voted for this post at the time, but did not get back to review it until now. Sally and I have become friends because I have been catching the errors made by her speech-to-text equipment as she writes her books and stories, since she can't see them. I am here now because she told me she is the woman you so kindly mentioned in your Notes for this post. Your 5-7-5 was already Six-worthy, but knowing the connection to Sally clinches the bolt.
Superb, and aptly illustrated.
I have looked through your Portfolio and seen enough to justify becoming your Fan. I'll do that in a separate PM. :)) -- Mike
Comment Written 06-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2023
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Thank you so much, Mike. You are very kind, especially concerning Sally. She really is such an angel and has been a Godsend to me with her advice, prayers, and support. Any friend of hers is a friend of mine. I appreciate this awesome review and your extremely wise words.
Douglas
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You are most welcome, Douglas. I spend at least ninety-five percent of my time here at FanStory helping other writers improve -- sometimes far into the night. (I have been doing that since my last year of high school in 1960.) I love my job. Sally has been my top "client" ever since I learned her vision was fading away, but there are several others.
My father was the model I followed in calmness, respect for others, zero prejudice, unique creativity, and loving kindness.
Now that I am your Fan, I'll be reading all you write; however, time restricts my reviewing to about six per week, so I scatter my Sixes among the best posts I find each week. You write well enough that you'll be included from time to time. :)) -- Mike
Comment from Susan Newell
Never hurts to add another star. I can see why this won. We are in need of many Davids, backed by a host of warrior angels. They've had my back numerous times. Praise the Lord for sending them.
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2023
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Never hurts to add another star. I can see why this won. We are in need of many Davids, backed by a host of warrior angels. They've had my back numerous times. Praise the Lord for sending them.
Comment Written 10-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2023
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Thank you, Sue! This one turned out nice, and as you can see, my poetry has improved during your haitus.
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Comment from Teri7
Douglas, This is a very well written 5-7-5 you have penned for the contest. You used very good and so very true words. Congratulations on your win! Blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2023
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Douglas, This is a very well written 5-7-5 you have penned for the contest. You used very good and so very true words. Congratulations on your win! Blessings, Teri
Comment Written 08-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2023
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Thank you! My poetry is improving.
Comment from Faith Williams
Congratulations, Douglas, on your winning poem! An excellent 5-7-5, your title is particularly fitting, and I love the reference to David and Goliath. Well done.
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2023
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Congratulations, Douglas, on your winning poem! An excellent 5-7-5, your title is particularly fitting, and I love the reference to David and Goliath. Well done.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2023
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Thank you, my friend! I liked this one as well!
Comment from Boogienights
Congratulations on winning the contest! I can certainly see why you won. It's a subject matter that is dear to many and is very hopeful. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2023
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Congratulations on winning the contest! I can certainly see why you won. It's a subject matter that is dear to many and is very hopeful. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2023
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Thank you. I have received much guidance on my poetry efforts on here.
Comment from Nina Sexton
Nicely written. I am still learning writers on here and have just come across your work. I hope to read more very soon. I hope you have a great day Douglas.
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2023
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Nicely written. I am still learning writers on here and have just come across your work. I hope to read more very soon. I hope you have a great day Douglas.
Comment Written 07-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2023
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Thank you, Nina. This is a tribute to Sally Law, one of my awesome mentors on here.
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
This is an encouraging and inspiring 5-7-5 verse giving strength to people facing their own trauma in life. Well done! Good luck in the contest! Debbie
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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This is an encouraging and inspiring 5-7-5 verse giving strength to people facing their own trauma in life. Well done! Good luck in the contest! Debbie
Comment Written 06-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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Thank you, Debbie!
Comment from JSD
Lovely biblical reference, subtly alluded to in both the words and in the photograph. Taking a symbolic significance from the story of David and Goliath is clever. Well done and good luck.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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Lovely biblical reference, subtly alluded to in both the words and in the photograph. Taking a symbolic significance from the story of David and Goliath is clever. Well done and good luck.
Comment Written 06-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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Thank you! This one turned out well. I think my poetry may finally be on the right path.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Some strong imagery in this write as women do have that inner strength of character that we all admire and I am sorry to hear your friends is facing so many challenges just now, a fine write for the contest, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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Some strong imagery in this write as women do have that inner strength of character that we all admire and I am sorry to hear your friends is facing so many challenges just now, a fine write for the contest, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 06-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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Thanks, Dolly. When can be fierce. That is what they make the best partners and mothers. God bless every one of you.
Comment from Katie Mae Dead
Bing-o poet. You hit the nail on the head with this. The subject matter aside this is a very well-crafted 5-7-5. It's not haiku-like but a true 5-7-5 the way its supposed to be written.
Bravo and best wishes. Really looking forward to finding out who this is.
Katiemaedead
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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Bing-o poet. You hit the nail on the head with this. The subject matter aside this is a very well-crafted 5-7-5. It's not haiku-like but a true 5-7-5 the way its supposed to be written.
Bravo and best wishes. Really looking forward to finding out who this is.
Katiemaedead
Comment Written 06-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2023
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Thank you, Katie. My poetry is improving! I appreciate the shiny six!
