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Viewing comments for Chapter 32 "Finding Peace At Last"
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Comment from Blue Danube
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Dear Begin Again:
This is one dark & sad cinquain which you've written very well.
"Finding Peace at Last" is the type of poem that, in my view, offers no reprieve. And that is how life is sometimes. The photo you've included with this piece is very affecting and goes well with your words.
Blue

 Comment Written 13-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009
    Blue

    Long long ago there were moments in my past when my son died that I thought I was at that point. I thank God every day that he gave me the strength to love my other children and continue on with life. Thanks for the kind review. Carol
reply by Blue Danube on 13-Oct-2009
    Begin Again:
    Thanks for writing back with honesty in the midst of words relating something so incredibly painful as the loss of one's child can be.
    Yes, thanks to God for allowing you the strength to remain in this world, to love and to live with your other dearest family members.
    Take care,
    Blue
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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Oh my, it's scary to think someone can only feel safe in the arms of death. I want to throw my arms around this person and tell them I love them and it's only a poem. It's a good poem then. It serves it purpose.

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 12-Oct-2009
    Barbara

    This was a million years ago and I have received many blessings in live. Thank you for your awesome review. CArol
Comment from bard owl
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Your poem does truly relate the darkest depths of sorrow. And I guess for some soul, it gets so bad, the only savior seems to be death. Excellent expression of emotion in this contest entry. Best of luck to you. Blessings, Linda

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 12-Oct-2009
    Linda

    I don't know what to say except thank you. Your writing is always so amazing. I am flattered that you found substance in mine. Thank you so much. Your words are worth more than I can express. The stars are merely icing on the cake. Smiles, Carol
Comment from eliz100
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This is a very powerful piece and a very sad piece but very often true. I do not see any room for improvement. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 12-Oct-2009
    Eliz

    Thanks for reading and commenting on my poem. I appreciate it very much. Carol
Comment from rama devi
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Hi Carol, The title made me think this would be docile in tone. How wrong my assumption!

Very powerful ending ---tragic and intense.

No candy coating here.

The picture speaks volumes and the poem echoes them.

Bravo. No nits.

A strong cinquain enter.

Warmly,
rd

 Comment Written 11-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    Rama devi

    Pandora's box opened yesterday but luckily I think I have it shut for the moment. Thanks for the review. Carol
reply by rama devi on 11-Oct-2009
    Sending calm loving light your way dear Carol.

    :)
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    Thank you ... A "storm" moved in and I'll need all the guidance I can get.

    Thanks so much Rama devi - sincerely appreciate the thoughts. Carol
reply by rama devi on 11-Oct-2009
    Storms are often our best teachers.

    :)
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    I know...I have weathered quite a few...thus Begin Again
reply by rama devi on 11-Oct-2009
    Ah! Your name is revelatory!
    Good for you, a trooper.
    You are blessed. Greatly!

    :)
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    With friends like you...I am deeply grateful!
Comment from tony bronk
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One day, regardless of being alone or in a crowded room, and cloaked in joy, death's arms will hold us ... Each and everyone of us. Where there is light, there is darkness lurking 'round the corner. I enjoyed the contrasting thoughts that this poem brings to light; at least I'm glad that I'm able to know the difference. Tony

 Comment Written 11-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    Tony

    Thank you so much for the kind comments regarding my poem. I appreciate you taking the time to review. Carol
reply by tony bronk on 11-Oct-2009
    Sure thing! I like the name Begin Again better than Born Again. It is neutral and individual. Tony
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    I am the same person that I always was ,,I just had to pick myself up a few times and start over, thus Begin Again. Smiles, Carol
reply by tony bronk on 11-Oct-2009
    I didn't mean to make this complicated. Just a simple comment. Tony
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    Sorry..I was just making small tallk
reply by tony bronk on 11-Oct-2009
    Ok. Np. Tony
Comment from Jeanie Mercer
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This is a moving cinquain, well written, simply stated pathos. These are striking words: "Cloaked by sorrow...comforted by death." Best wishes to you, Jeanie Mercer

 Comment Written 11-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    Jeanie

    Thank you very much for your encouraging words. Coming from a poet as yourself, I am extremely flattered. Thanks again Carol
reply by Jeanie Mercer on 11-Oct-2009
    And I am flattered to be called a poet (which Robert Frost labels as "praise words"). Thank you, Carol. Jeanie
Comment from second thought
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Yes it is. A very sad statement. However,it goes along with the picture. If one was to rate it according to the emotions it will be a downer. We all know that. Can only say it makes the point.

 Comment Written 11-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2009
    Second thought

    Thanks for your review. I greatly appreciate it. Carol
reply by second thought on 11-Oct-2009
    more then welcome.
Comment from AnnaLinda
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Begin Again,

Your cinquain poem, "Finding peace at last" Is very dramatic!
I thought this description was interesting: "Cloaked by sorrow"

Death's arm..not too comforting to think about, but she must be in very great despair!

Well done!

SweetLinda

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2009
    Linda

    Someone accidentally rattled some of my cobwebs this morning and these words tumbled from my mouth. It was a long time ago and I have been blessed many times over since then. Carol
reply by AnnaLinda on 10-Oct-2009
    Oh, you actually felt like that?
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2009
    When my little boy died there were some dark moments when I didn't want to live, but I remembered that I other little children that needed my and I prayed for the strength to do what was right. God helped me and he blessed me with another child. Have you ever read my story "Butterflies from Heaven?"
reply by AnnaLinda on 10-Oct-2009
    Oh, Yes.... I could not imagine how sorrowful and difficult that time was for you.
    Thank God for His healing power and you, I'm quite sure, hold to the hope of the day when you will see your child again.
    Linda
Comment from adewpearl
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Carol, I like the effect of cloaked, cries and comforted and the mood you create in this perfectly composed cinquain - Good luck in the contest. Brooke

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2009


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2009
    Brooke

    I was really waiting for your review. One because I respect your comments, but two you always tell me when I'm not doing it right...Thanks for the smile tonight. CArol