What Doesn't Kill You...
How I spent my last decade40 total reviews
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading this poem. It is very uplifting and really shows what real determination can do. Thanks for sharing. I wish you lots of luck in the competition. Jen.
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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I really enjoyed reading this poem. It is very uplifting and really shows what real determination can do. Thanks for sharing. I wish you lots of luck in the competition. Jen.
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from dragonpoet
I have heard those last words often. You lived them. Congratulations on having faith in yourself and not taking your doctor's prognosis. It shows prayers are answered for those who are persistant.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Happy Holidays
dragonpoet
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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I have heard those last words often. You lived them. Congratulations on having faith in yourself and not taking your doctor's prognosis. It shows prayers are answered for those who are persistant.
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Happy Holidays
dragonpoet
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much dragonpoet. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
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You are most kindly welcome, Earl. No apologies necessary.
Happy New Year.
Joan
Comment from victor 66
The six stars are for your strength of character. I never criticize poetry unless I can give positive insights. I believe you have all the positivity you need. Life isn't so much what happens to you as it is how you react to it. I applaud you.
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The six stars are for your strength of character. I never criticize poetry unless I can give positive insights. I believe you have all the positivity you need. Life isn't so much what happens to you as it is how you react to it. I applaud you.
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much for the six stars. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to rea d and review my work.
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You?re welcome, Earl. Don?t worry about the time. So far, I have plenty of that. Best wishes.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
How I spent my last decade
What Doesn't Kill You
Outstanding and raw poem....I love it
you have a will of steel
To me, The rhymes do not seem forced. Your poem flows well. It draws on emotions and it presents strong images.
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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How I spent my last decade
What Doesn't Kill You
Outstanding and raw poem....I love it
you have a will of steel
To me, The rhymes do not seem forced. Your poem flows well. It draws on emotions and it presents strong images.
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much for the six stars. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to rea d and review my work.
Comment from Raul1
This poem meets the requirements for the contest. It's beautifully written. The sentences flow with clarity. Excellent work! No grammatical errors. Good luck!
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This poem meets the requirements for the contest. It's beautifully written. The sentences flow with clarity. Excellent work! No grammatical errors. Good luck!
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
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Thank you very much. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from Susan Newell
This is a testament to perseverance. It takes a lot of courage and intestinal fortitude to take on a challenge. I particularly liked the part about running the races and coming in last -- which for you was a tremendous success, just to finish. May God bless you with more healing and many races to run..
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This is a testament to perseverance. It takes a lot of courage and intestinal fortitude to take on a challenge. I particularly liked the part about running the races and coming in last -- which for you was a tremendous success, just to finish. May God bless you with more healing and many races to run..
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
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You are welcome.
Comment from robyn corum
Dear Mystery Writer,
I didn't have a problem at all with this poem or the meter. It was delightful. I am so impressed! I can only imagine what most folks do when given that diagnosis - probably just what the doctor said. Do you think he expects most folks to hear the news and then --pretty much --curl up and die? Depression would have such a big part to play!
It would take a really strong constitution and a hearty, positive attitude to keep going and prove him wrong. It's probably just a small percentage who can do that.
I'm proud of you for being in that number! And, certainly, you should be so proud of yourself!
Thanks for sharing and good luck!
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Dear Mystery Writer,
I didn't have a problem at all with this poem or the meter. It was delightful. I am so impressed! I can only imagine what most folks do when given that diagnosis - probably just what the doctor said. Do you think he expects most folks to hear the news and then --pretty much --curl up and die? Depression would have such a big part to play!
It would take a really strong constitution and a hearty, positive attitude to keep going and prove him wrong. It's probably just a small percentage who can do that.
I'm proud of you for being in that number! And, certainly, you should be so proud of yourself!
Thanks for sharing and good luck!
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Your contest poem read well, Mystery Author. There's good flow, good rhymes, and a great message--the last line. You persevered and look at where you are today. I enjoyed reading your poem and hope it brought you some comfort writing and sharing it.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Your contest poem read well, Mystery Author. There's good flow, good rhymes, and a great message--the last line. You persevered and look at where you are today. I enjoyed reading your poem and hope it brought you some comfort writing and sharing it.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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Thank you very much Jan. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from royowen
How clever is this fabulous little poem, you've done a good job of this, and it certainly seems as though it's a true story. And certainly an inspirational one. I love you've written it rhyming couplets, and know this will inspire many, well done, blessings Roy
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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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How clever is this fabulous little poem, you've done a good job of this, and it certainly seems as though it's a true story. And certainly an inspirational one. I love you've written it rhyming couplets, and know this will inspire many, well done, blessings Roy
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Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
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Thank you very much Roy. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
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You?re fine Earl
Comment from thebigpoet
I'm more of a function over form kind of a guy, so I liked this poem a lot (don't worry about the form, who cares what people have to say anyway). "I was having a blast, Though I was always dead last." What a poignant line about enjoying your new hips. For some in those races, it might be of utmost importance to win. But for you, it seems like the races take on another role, to celebrate your ability to walk when it seemed like it wouldn't be possible. If we all lived like this, the world would be a better place.
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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2022
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I'm more of a function over form kind of a guy, so I liked this poem a lot (don't worry about the form, who cares what people have to say anyway). "I was having a blast, Though I was always dead last." What a poignant line about enjoying your new hips. For some in those races, it might be of utmost importance to win. But for you, it seems like the races take on another role, to celebrate your ability to walk when it seemed like it wouldn't be possible. If we all lived like this, the world would be a better place.
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Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
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Thank you very much. Sorry it took so long to reply. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
