Eternal sparks.
Josiah (Jo-Jo)110 total reviews
Comment from mfowler
First thought as I opened this. My God, he looks like Roy. And I've only ever seen photos. Oh, what a gift to you and your family. Your ode, so aptly connected to those words from Psalm 139, is beautifully conceived and oozes with grandparently love and joy. Love this:
from ancient times its seed's derived,
in aeon's mist, this plan was writ
those inward parts God's hand would knit.
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First thought as I opened this. My God, he looks like Roy. And I've only ever seen photos. Oh, what a gift to you and your family. Your ode, so aptly connected to those words from Psalm 139, is beautifully conceived and oozes with grandparently love and joy. Love this:
from ancient times its seed's derived,
in aeon's mist, this plan was writ
those inward parts God's hand would knit.
Comment Written 20-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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Thanks Mark, it's not the first time he's been tied to my looks, poor boy! But he is very bright! Thanks for the wonderful assessment and review, blessings, Roy.
Comment from Kenneth Schaal
Excellent meter and pristine rhymes are the hallmark of these well writ quatrains, Roy. Best of luck in the contest should you need it. Kenny
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Excellent meter and pristine rhymes are the hallmark of these well writ quatrains, Roy. Best of luck in the contest should you need it. Kenny
Comment Written 20-Nov-2014
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Thank you Kenny, for the great review, you always are generous and gracious and kind, blessings, Roy.
Comment from Dean Kuch
What a lovely, touching tribute to Jo-Jo, your handsome grandson. He certainly sounds like an exceptionally bright young man. You should be proud of him, for what loving, doting grandparent wouldn't be?
Wonderfully written, Roy!
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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What a lovely, touching tribute to Jo-Jo, your handsome grandson. He certainly sounds like an exceptionally bright young man. You should be proud of him, for what loving, doting grandparent wouldn't be?
Wonderfully written, Roy!
Comment Written 20-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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Thank you Dean, he's a fantastic character, even young, thanks for the affirming review, my friend, blessings, Roy.
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You're very welcome, Roy. :}
Comment from Eternal Muse
An excellent rhyming verse about your grandson. He seems a very bright, handsome and accomplished boy with this spark in his eyes.
Excellent rhymes and flow.
A most enjoyable read.
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An excellent rhyming verse about your grandson. He seems a very bright, handsome and accomplished boy with this spark in his eyes.
Excellent rhymes and flow.
A most enjoyable read.
Comment Written 20-Nov-2014
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review and stars, blessings, Roy.
Comment from Carolyn 'Deaton' Stephens
Dear Roy,
What a delightful entry for the Quatrain contest. Your little guy is special indeed. The scripture in Psalms 139 is a perfect testimony to the sanctity of unborn children. (I guess those who don't believe the Bible wouldn't know that though, unfortunately)
In Heaven's scroll you name is scribed...
The book of life, what a joy that is to know.
Good luck , nicely done, Carolyn
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Dear Roy,
What a delightful entry for the Quatrain contest. Your little guy is special indeed. The scripture in Psalms 139 is a perfect testimony to the sanctity of unborn children. (I guess those who don't believe the Bible wouldn't know that though, unfortunately)
In Heaven's scroll you name is scribed...
The book of life, what a joy that is to know.
Good luck , nicely done, Carolyn
Comment Written 20-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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Thank you, dear friend, for your fantastic support and generosity, support like yours will always make it worthwhile, blessings, Carolyn, Roy.
Comment from krys123
Roy;
truly an inspirational and enlightened spiritual poem (" life's glow and grace flow in your veins/God's light will shine, His piece ordains, He chose your name and wrote this creed your sealed in Christ, his chosen seed."), outstanding picture used to represent and complement the poem, gifted inventive and creative imagination, resourceful descriptive and expressive imagery, distinct and unique words that rhyme and well tempo and meter poem's rhythm. These are but a few of the quality and traits that I found from reading your poem.
Thank you for sharing and posting and may the good Lord be with you always my friend.
Alex
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Roy;
truly an inspirational and enlightened spiritual poem (" life's glow and grace flow in your veins/God's light will shine, His piece ordains, He chose your name and wrote this creed your sealed in Christ, his chosen seed."), outstanding picture used to represent and complement the poem, gifted inventive and creative imagination, resourceful descriptive and expressive imagery, distinct and unique words that rhyme and well tempo and meter poem's rhythm. These are but a few of the quality and traits that I found from reading your poem.
Thank you for sharing and posting and may the good Lord be with you always my friend.
Alex
Comment Written 20-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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Thank you Alex, I am truly gratified and am blessed to have support and generosity such as yours, my friend, bless you, Roy.
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You are so sincerely welcome my friend.
Peace be with you always
Alex
Comment from flamingstar
What a heartwarming story! Just underscores the fact that God is in charge...of everything. Tight rhyme, beautiful message and a strong contender!
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What a heartwarming story! Just underscores the fact that God is in charge...of everything. Tight rhyme, beautiful message and a strong contender!
Comment Written 19-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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Thank you so much for the wonderful review and remarks, blessings, Roy.
Comment from Jay Squires
A lovely poem, produced from the deep wells of faith. Jo-Jo must be your Grandson, correct.
How fortunate he is to have a sturdy trellis as you to lean his burgeoning faith against.
Thanks for sharing this poem, Roy.
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A lovely poem, produced from the deep wells of faith. Jo-Jo must be your Grandson, correct.
How fortunate he is to have a sturdy trellis as you to lean his burgeoning faith against.
Thanks for sharing this poem, Roy.
Comment Written 19-Nov-2014
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That is a great analogy/metaphor 'sturdy trellis' I love it! Yes Jo-Jo is my grandson, a character, does everything by negotiation, a clever clogs, great review, Jay, in appreciation, blessings, Roy.
Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin
Hi, Roy,
What a cutie--his smile is awesome!
What a road this little guy traveled before he got here. So glad all worked out and Mom and Jo Jo came through just fine. Lovely story in your notes.
When the twins were born 2-months early, they were in the NICU for a month before they could come home. Made me have a whole new respect for nurses. Certainly gives one pause to be thankful for such blessings.
Beautiful story and poem, my friend. Best of luck in the contest.
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'.... Jackie (*.*)
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Hi, Roy,
What a cutie--his smile is awesome!
What a road this little guy traveled before he got here. So glad all worked out and Mom and Jo Jo came through just fine. Lovely story in your notes.
When the twins were born 2-months early, they were in the NICU for a month before they could come home. Made me have a whole new respect for nurses. Certainly gives one pause to be thankful for such blessings.
Beautiful story and poem, my friend. Best of luck in the contest.
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'.... Jackie (*.*)
Comment Written 19-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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Thank you Jackie, there lives are so precious, as are they, the true treasures! Thank you for this empathetic, kind and gracious comments and review, blessings, Roy.
Comment from Glasstruth
A beautiful poem that celebrates your grandson. Love the title to this. I can feel the joy in every line. Nice rhyming. No awkwardness. Reads well. Thanks for sharing. Les
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A beautiful poem that celebrates your grandson. Love the title to this. I can feel the joy in every line. Nice rhyming. No awkwardness. Reads well. Thanks for sharing. Les
Comment Written 19-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 20-Nov-2014
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Thanks Les, lovely review, empathetic comments, blessings, Roy.
