Comment from JTStone

Excellent

To hell with tradition, Sandra, a dove couldn't fly through that squall...
I always love your poetry, it's so visual. I thought the seagulls were a nice touch. Kind of like hope in a turbulent time.
Excellent job penning the picture into reality.
Jimmy

 Comment Written 22-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

What a lovely review, thank you, Jimmy! You always say nice things, and I really appreciate it. I am going to read your next part in a minute, I've just seen you've posted again. :) Sandra xxx

Comment from tfawcus

Excellent

A fine sonnet with the premise of Stanza 1 developed in Stanza 2 and neatly turned in Stanza 3 with the arrival of the messengers of hope and salvation. The couplet, drawing a wider conclusion, gives a rich context to the metaphor of the storm.

 Comment Written 22-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Thank you so very much, Tony, for these lovely comments on my poem! That's so nice of you, I'm pleased you enjoyed it. :) Sandra xxx

Comment from BeasPeas

Excellent

Hi Sandra. Exactly as I saw it, too, for this write. If we stick it out, we will find land. Good rhyming and flow in your poem. The picture for
this post is beautiful, despite its stormy sea. Marilyn

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

I thought that when I read yours, Marilyn. The picture was great, it has created many different takes from other poets, which is lovely. Thank you, my friend, for reading mine. :) Sandra xxx

Comment from Ogden

Exceptional

Brava, Sandra! I love your poem. The imagery. the perfect, unforced rhymes, the well-told story, and the use of the sea as metaphor.
It's impressive, too, that it was written in response to the Picture This challenge!

Ogden (aka Don)

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Thank you so very much, Don, for the lovely 6 star rating! That is so nice of you. And your comments, well, I can't thank you enough! Thank you. :) Sandra xxx

Comment from Winslow

Excellent

Dear Sandra,

Excellent rhyming in this faith poem. For if the seamen believe in the Lord than he will calm the angry seas. Well written.

Warm regards,

Winslow

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Thank you so much, Winslow, for this lovely review. ~This weeks picture was just perfect to be able to write a poem to. I'm so pleased you enjoyed my thoughts on it. :) Sandra xxx

Comment from Leineco

Excellent

Excellent exposition and expansion in the first two stanzas
through vivid imagery and making powerful use of sound

The peripeteia (turn) was nicely accomplished without the
"giveaway" But or Still, employing redirection to a, literal,
different view instead.

And the concluding couplet - like the sea itself becoming
calm - was a charming bit of harmonizing.

:-) Nicely done Sandra :-)

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

That is so nice of you to say that, my Leineco. After reading your amazing take on the picture, you have put the biggest smile on my face. Bless your heart, and thank you so much! :) Sandra xx

Comment from Douglas Paul

Exceptional

Just superb, my friend. Perfect rhyme and meter, great story, and a fantastic message. You really did a nice job on this - it was a joy to read

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Thank you so very much for those shiny six stars, Douglas, and for the really nice things you've said about my take on the picture. You are wonderful!!! :) Sandra xxx

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Excellent

Hi, Sandra

= Excellent interpretation of the artwork.
= I wish I had this painting in my house. Love it. (*<*)
= I believe your're right, doves or seagulls--the good Lord sends them all.
= There are so many great story poems based on this--good challenge.

= Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate!
= Those who don't, I bid you a great day/evening. (*<*)

<> A Smile Is A Frown Turned Upside-down (*>*)
<> Cheers & Blessings <> Jax
<> Published as <> Jacqueline M Franklin

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Thank you so much, my friend. I loved this picture, you did well putting in on. I haven't changed my story yet, I am going over it on my MS Word, and taking advantage of your suggestions and looking to see where else I can get rid of the speech tags, then I will replace the one on here with it. Thank you, you are such a lovely person, and a wonderful friend. :) Sandra xxx

reply by Jacqueline M Franklin on 22-Nov-2016

=Ahhh, thank you. I enjoy passing on what I've learned.
=Every once in a while, though, I run across someone who is offended.
=So many pass judgement and give low scores, but I see no purpose in being like that. They should just pass it up instead of hurting someone's feelings.
=Goodness, I'm still trying to wake up. Just past 7:00 a.m. at my end of the world.
=You're probably mid afternoon. (*<*)
Cheers ...

reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Yes, it is, I've not long come back from the gym, I have to go to keep the strength in my joints, they are all riddled with arthritis, and they have given me some exercises to help them. It's just gone three pm, here. I can't understand anyone taking offence at someone trying to help. I look out for your reviews because you DO review. I can't thank you enough. Biggest hugs, my friend. xxx

Comment from Ben Colder

Excellent

Love this, Sandy. I was thinking about the fellows awaking Jesus to calm the sea. A great story of faith. My blessings to you in the contest. Hope you win.

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Bless your heart, my dear friend. Thank you so much. I hope you have a wonderful Thanks Giving. Another first out the way, my friend. Big hugs. :) Sandra xx

Comment from l.raven

Excellent

HI Sandra, I love this you...God does have has way of communicating we us...we just have to listening with our hearts...trust and believe in Him...I love every word sweet angel...and this looks like a picture my mother once painted...hung in my grandmother house for years...so very nice written you...love ya so...Linda xxoo

say hi to Ian for me...and Sarah...xxoo...

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

He does, doesn't He. Your mother must have been a really talented lady. Know I know where your talent comes from! Whether with a brush or pen, it is still art. Bless you, my friend, for reading my poem, I did enjoy writing for this picture. Love you, my friend. :) xxxx Sandra

reply by l.raven on 22-Nov-2016

I wish I did know how to paint like my ma...she was awesome...thank you for all your kind words my sooooooooooo sweet friend...and you are always soooo welcome...loveeeeee Linda xxoo