Comment from GWinterwin

Excellent

What a beautiful poem, with a beautiful message. Yes almighty God can do all things. When mortal man cannot do it, God takes over.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014

Thank you so much for the wonderful review, kind words and stars, blessings, Roy.

Comment from LIJ Red

Excellent

Seems like grandpas get inspired by their grandkids. Looks like you did. Think someday he'll show this to his grandkids
and brag a little?

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014

I certainly hope so, this is to leave a piece of myself, and an encouragement, his mum hangs on to all of them, thanks for the great review, blessings, Roy.

Comment from Sankey

Excellent

Hope before too long he comes to know our Saviour mate. I believe it was meant to be so. I love Psalm 139 I think you would have read my comments about that psalm and my encouragement from my Mum as she read that Psalm to me when I came out of the anaesthetic after ear exploration, sadly unsuccessful. Thanks again and what a lovely boy.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014

I think it's the planting of the word of God's seed, thanks mate, great review, it certainly worked for you, blessings, Bro. Roy.

Comment from acerisestory

Excellent

Your poem is a lovely tribute to your special grandson, Roy. I love the beginning stanza:

"Eternal sparks have lit your eyes
though yet explored, this future lies,
for only God can light this flame
no thought conceived can thwart God's claim."

Your rhyming is perfect, and your words have a wonderful flow and rhythm. Your nice alliteration adds to the flow.

Thank you for sharing, Roy! Good luck in the contest. Alana

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014

Thanks Alana, for the lovely encouraging words, and generous review, blessings, Roy.

reply by acerisestory on 20-Nov-2014

You are welcome, Roy! Alana

Comment from Drew Delaney

Excellent

This is very beautiful, Roy. He had a rough start, but God knows all things.

This is quite an interesting little story about him being gifted. I hope he will use his gifts as God would like. Thank you for sharing. May God bless his mightily.
Drew

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 21-Nov-2014

I think he will, he has lovely godly parents. Thanks for the great review and comments, blessings, Roy.

Comment from GE Parson

Exceptional

I'm surprised he is such a handsome young man, coming from your genes. LOL I know you have heard the phrase, "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree." so he probably got his intelligence from his grandpa.

Great poem, BTY
God Bless,
Your Kansas connection & good friend,
Jerry

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2014

His dad is very bright, (a Pastor's Son!) My daughter is a very gifted musician and teacher! But thank you for this amazing review, commentary and stars, I am most blessed, Bro, friend and Adelaide connection, blessings, Roy.

reply by GE Parson on 20-Nov-2014

Adelaide connection?

reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014

Yes Adelaide, capital of South Australia, in the middle down the bottom, beautiful little city, about a million people, blessings my bro, YBIC, Roy.

Comment from djsaxon

Excellent

Lovely affirmation of your faith and 'grandfatherly' pride. The construct of this proud poem is strong demonstrating a solid 8 syllable cadence throughout. Natural aabb rhyme that is never forced. thank you for sharing - DJ

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2014

Thank you so much for this wonderful review and comments, Blessings, Roy

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

What a cutie! You SHOULD be proud Roy! Just look at that smile. God Bless Josiah (Yaweh) and your family. You should be proud of such a gifted child Grandpa! A wonderful poem in his honor. Happy birthday and many more to Jo-Jo. xsx Nancy

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2014

Thanks Nancy, your birthday wishes will be passed on, my daughter follows me on FS, Thank you for this wonderful review, I know you know how I feel being multi blessed as well, my blessing Roy

Comment from adewpearl

Excellent

I just read the author notes - hey, you be as proud as you want to be, Gramps!! :-)
solid rhyming couplets
good use of enjambment
good alliteration in glow and grace
a beautifully thoughtful quatrain poem with strong imagery
Brooke

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2014

Thanks Brooke, you are very gracious, you are my example of course, great review, God's blessing on you. Roy

Comment from lakeport

Excellent

Eternal sparks,indeed a beautiful and blessed boy. I can see
that you are very proud of your grandson. Thanks for sharing the story,God bless you. Lakeport.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2014

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2014

Thank you so much for the gracious, kind and wonderful review and stars, blessings, Roy

reply by lakeport on 19-Nov-2014

you are welcome,Lakeport,