Poetic Treasures & Dreams
Viewing comments for Chapter 17 "Lines of Communication"na-po-wri-mo contest
6 total reviews
Comment from LisaMay
My heart broke for you, with the emotion revealed in your poem. I know it from the other side - as the adopted child. I knew nothing of my mother, was lied to and obstructed, until adoption laws changed and I could find out myself. I was 45 when I met her, but she did not want a relationship and treated me in a distressing manner.
It is hurtful, but somehow we have to accept what other people's choices are. You and I have missed out on a lot, but we have to let go. It is beyond our control. However, never say never. My mother is dead, but while your son lives there is a possibility - but don't hold your breath. Try not to dwell on it.
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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My heart broke for you, with the emotion revealed in your poem. I know it from the other side - as the adopted child. I knew nothing of my mother, was lied to and obstructed, until adoption laws changed and I could find out myself. I was 45 when I met her, but she did not want a relationship and treated me in a distressing manner.
It is hurtful, but somehow we have to accept what other people's choices are. You and I have missed out on a lot, but we have to let go. It is beyond our control. However, never say never. My mother is dead, but while your son lives there is a possibility - but don't hold your breath. Try not to dwell on it.
Comment Written 24-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Dear LisaMay, Thankyou for your words and review, and your kindness. Dove
Comment from January L'Angelle
Very well said. I was adopted and I'm on the other side of this coin. I sought out my birth parents out of curiosity. I feel for you. Good luck to you! This is very well written. Respectfully, -January
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Very well said. I was adopted and I'm on the other side of this coin. I sought out my birth parents out of curiosity. I feel for you. Good luck to you! This is very well written. Respectfully, -January
Comment Written 24-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Dear January, Thank you for your empathy and compliments and review. Dove
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Sorry for your loss and the lack of communication, Dove. Don't overthink the issue. I don't wish to add to your grief. So, I will say good job with your contest entry. Your lines are in good form. Your picture and color scheme work well. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Sorry for your loss and the lack of communication, Dove. Don't overthink the issue. I don't wish to add to your grief. So, I will say good job with your contest entry. Your lines are in good form. Your picture and color scheme work well. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 24-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Dear Jan, Thank you for your thoughts and compliments and best wishes. Dove
Comment from R56Ma3
Just wonderfully written, although very sad how situations can happen. My prayers to you and your son. Stay well and who knows, you may see him when you least expect it.
R56ma3
R56ma3
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Just wonderfully written, although very sad how situations can happen. My prayers to you and your son. Stay well and who knows, you may see him when you least expect it.
R56ma3
R56ma3
Comment Written 24-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2020
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Dear R56ma3, Thank you for your compliments, kind words and review. Dove
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You're welcome
Comment from giovannimariatommaso
One must never give up hope for to only over-concentrate on the present can lead to severe emotional distress. Look beyond ones self and the present circumstances, knowing that this too will pass, and that the future will be brighter for both you and him. I find that prayer to St. Gerard Majella, St. Monica, and to St. Jude, very comforting. This poem made me think and shows the struggle and the pain. giovanni
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2020
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One must never give up hope for to only over-concentrate on the present can lead to severe emotional distress. Look beyond ones self and the present circumstances, knowing that this too will pass, and that the future will be brighter for both you and him. I find that prayer to St. Gerard Majella, St. Monica, and to St. Jude, very comforting. This poem made me think and shows the struggle and the pain. giovanni
Comment Written 19-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2020
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Dear giovanni. Thank u for your review and kind words. I have prayed to Sts. Monica and Jude, but not to Gerard Majella. I'll add him to my list. Dove
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Comment from patcelaw
This is a tragic poem about have a baby taken from one and placed for adoption I can relate to it as that was the case for me many years ago, The bright spot for me is I found him when he was 35 years old and we have a good relationship now.
Patricia
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2020
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This is a tragic poem about have a baby taken from one and placed for adoption I can relate to it as that was the case for me many years ago, The bright spot for me is I found him when he was 35 years old and we have a good relationship now.
Patricia
Comment Written 19-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2020
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Dear Patricia, Thanks for your review, and I'm glad you can relate to me. My son is 34 years old in June 2020, I "found" him, in a manner of speaking, when he was 11 going on 12, but I wasn't allowed to see him then, and he hasn't indicated that he wants to see me now. Since you have a "bright spot" regarding your son, I hope the same thing happens to me. I keep praying. Bless you on this Divine Mercy Sunday, Dove
