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Viewing comments for Chapter 1 "Man With no Name"poems from Picture This Challenge
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Comment from expressions9
Wow Sandra ... what a great poem (or story in a poem) with a very strong message imprinted in our minds with the repetition at the end -
"It is what you do that will matter;
there is no room for questioning why"
As always, shared with excellent meter and rhyme and great imagery.
Much love,
Christine x
reply by the author on 04-Feb-2017
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Wow Sandra ... what a great poem (or story in a poem) with a very strong message imprinted in our minds with the repetition at the end -
"It is what you do that will matter;
there is no room for questioning why"
As always, shared with excellent meter and rhyme and great imagery.
Much love,
Christine x
Comment Written 03-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 04-Feb-2017
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Hi Christine! How are you? Thank you for this lovely review, my friend, I'm delighted you enjoyed it. Big hugs. Sandra xxxx
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Hi Sandra
Sorry for taking so long to reply. I'm not too bad thanks. So much has happened over the last 6 - 8 months though. Illness and family bereavement on my husband's side .. ie. his dad was terminally ill and passed away after 2 months in hosp, then his mum - who was staying by us for a short while, became severely ill and had to have emergency abdominal surgery. Afterwards she had to have a stoma bag in place which I (!) had to help her with a lot for 2 weeks straight, as she had problems with her hands because of carpal tunnel. Oh it's a long story.
Otherwise, have been fairly well. I so miss being on her but I really have had great difficulty finding the time. I'm obviously still registered, which I'm glad about - but I soooo want to spend some time.
Anyway, lovely getting back to you and I pray that more free time will be available for me soon.
Much love
Christine xx
Comment from Douglas Paul
Great message in your poetic story, my friend. Lots of wisdom in this one. It is also a very creative way to get this message across. I enjoyed this a lot
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2017
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Great message in your poetic story, my friend. Lots of wisdom in this one. It is also a very creative way to get this message across. I enjoyed this a lot
Comment Written 31-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 01-Feb-2017
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Thank you so much, Douglas, coming from you, that's high praise. I'm really glad you liked it. Bless your heart, my friend. :) Sandra xxx
Comment from frogbook
Wow this is a great one with a powerful and enduring message told in a most clever and compelling way. Your poems are truly remarkable, my friend.
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2017
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Wow this is a great one with a powerful and enduring message told in a most clever and compelling way. Your poems are truly remarkable, my friend.
Comment Written 31-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2017
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Bless you, thank you so much for those lovely words, that is so nice of you. I'm glad you enjoyed it! Super big hug for the 6 stars too!! :) Sandra xxx
Comment from l.raven
HI Sandra, I believe that the people you love and help here on earth will remember you when you pass...and I think God will too...and that's a big thumbs up...I love your story told sweet angel...and I love the ending...very well written...and I love your picture choice...very well written you...and ya know I love ya lots...Linda xxoo
how are you doing sweet lady...???...and how is Ian ???...is Sarah doing any better...I keep you in my prayers...and you are always in my thoughts...take care...God Bless...Love xxoo
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2017
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HI Sandra, I believe that the people you love and help here on earth will remember you when you pass...and I think God will too...and that's a big thumbs up...I love your story told sweet angel...and I love the ending...very well written...and I love your picture choice...very well written you...and ya know I love ya lots...Linda xxoo
how are you doing sweet lady...???...and how is Ian ???...is Sarah doing any better...I keep you in my prayers...and you are always in my thoughts...take care...God Bless...Love xxoo
Comment Written 29-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2017
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Hi Linda, dear friend, thank you for reviewing this without getting anything for your time. Bless your dear heart. I've been with Sarah today, she phoned me this morning and for the first time she has let go. Her hair is falling out by the handful, and although she's been through it before and knew it would happen, it's still a shock. She feels sick all the time. Anyway, we sat and chatted, she chatted more today than I've known her do it before. I think the fact that is was the anniversary of her mums death today and she knew it was my mums today too that brought us together for chatting about our memories. She has had a tough time of it. Oh, dear. I just wish I could make it all go away. Big hugs, my dearest friend, thanks for always being so kind. Love always. xxxx Sandra
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I am so far behind Sandra...not to worry...I am heart broken for Sarah...and Ian...I wish I had a magic wand...my friend is in her mid forties...she has three young lids...he ass of a husband walked out on her after her second chemo treatment...her hair started falling out...so she just cut it...her daughter was in Jr. high and shaved her hair for her mother...one of the most selfless acts of love...Joanna cried...so did I...Sarah will be ok...and will come out of this stronger...it's just so sad we have to go through it...I will says a extra prayer for her tonight...it is wonderful Sandra God has put you where you are...a heart full of love...caring...it helps people feel good...now you take care as well my sweet friend...you are tooo needed...thank you for being...and God Bless and keep you strong...lots of love for all...Hi to Ian...love ya you...Linda xxoo
Comment from crybry67
I really enjoyed reading this, and I appreciate your message. This truly deserves a six, but I'm out.
The poem flowed wonderfully well. It is beautiful in its entirety. Blessing... Christy
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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I really enjoyed reading this, and I appreciate your message. This truly deserves a six, but I'm out.
The poem flowed wonderfully well. It is beautiful in its entirety. Blessing... Christy
Comment Written 28-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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Thank you so much for your lovely comments, Christy, they are worth more than the 6 to me! Big hugs. :) Sandra xx
Comment from Franklin Price
Wow, wow, wow!!!! Such a great observation on what we can do. We can affect others if we only try. This poem brought a tear to my eye. We can always help one another, All we really have to is try. Many times, as in you poem, we affect many by helping one. we should lead by example; not because I told you so. Thanks for this poem. I wasn't kidding about the tears.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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Wow, wow, wow!!!! Such a great observation on what we can do. We can affect others if we only try. This poem brought a tear to my eye. We can always help one another, All we really have to is try. Many times, as in you poem, we affect many by helping one. we should lead by example; not because I told you so. Thanks for this poem. I wasn't kidding about the tears.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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What a lovely, wonderful review. Thank you so very much. And a big hug for the 6 stars. I'm delighted you enjoyed it, thank you! :) Sandra xx
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I only give sixes for writings that really touch me. This was one. You deserve it
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Thank you, that is such a nice thing to say. Bless you! xx
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My pleasure
Comment from aryr
This was amazing. It had a perfect rhyme and a great and comfortable reading flow. It told a great story that truly applies to all. It dealt with a reality of life that we tend to forget, thank you so much for sharing Sandra.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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This was amazing. It had a perfect rhyme and a great and comfortable reading flow. It told a great story that truly applies to all. It dealt with a reality of life that we tend to forget, thank you so much for sharing Sandra.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2017
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I'm so pleased you liked this 'very looooong poem' Alie! It just kept growing, LOL. Thank you so much, my friend. :) Sandra xxx
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You are most welcome Sandra, I didn't find it looooong LOL, it was enjoyable
Comment from Mary Wakeford
This is quite fantastic in revealing a moral to the story, as well as the tenderness in which the story of John Doe was relayed in rhyme. A selfless person who gave up his worth to someone needing it more.
Your chosen artwork is a perfect accompaniment!
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2017
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This is quite fantastic in revealing a moral to the story, as well as the tenderness in which the story of John Doe was relayed in rhyme. A selfless person who gave up his worth to someone needing it more.
Your chosen artwork is a perfect accompaniment!
Comment Written 27-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2017
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Thank you, Mary, for this really lovely review. I'm glad you liked the artwork, it did feel so right. Thanks again, my friend. xx Sandra
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
We each have our time to do something,
for people to remember us by.
It is what you do that will matter;
there is no room for questioning why.
Your words ring so true
Sandra, I loved this, albeit a sad tale - a story well told in rhythm and rhyme - so clever of you - most impressive.
Blessings,
Margaret
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2017
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We each have our time to do something,
for people to remember us by.
It is what you do that will matter;
there is no room for questioning why.
Your words ring so true
Sandra, I loved this, albeit a sad tale - a story well told in rhythm and rhyme - so clever of you - most impressive.
Blessings,
Margaret
Comment Written 27-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2017
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Thank you so much for your lovely review, Margaret, I really appreciate your words. And a big thank you for the 6 stars!! :) Sandra xxx
Comment from alexisleech
You've done it again! Not only can you tell an excellent story in prose, you can do it so well in poetry as well. We still don't know who 'John Doe' is, but at least two people now know he was a good man. As you say, it is what we do that we'll be remembered for, and wonderful poems like this are yet another reminder of your talent.
I'm sorry the sixes have gone, but this certainly deserves one!
Alexis xxx
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2017
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You've done it again! Not only can you tell an excellent story in prose, you can do it so well in poetry as well. We still don't know who 'John Doe' is, but at least two people now know he was a good man. As you say, it is what we do that we'll be remembered for, and wonderful poems like this are yet another reminder of your talent.
I'm sorry the sixes have gone, but this certainly deserves one!
Alexis xxx
Comment Written 27-Jan-2017
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2017
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Thank you so very much, Alexis. Your review is 6 stars, and I really appreciate it. Biggest hugs, my friend. :) Sandra xxx
