Gnarled Fingers
The working hands of an old country woman28 total reviews
Comment from JLR
Sandra, this is a beautiful entry for the Fabulous Free verse club. The graphic compliments the dutiful activities of time-worn hands that accompany a soul going along the business of living a full life filled with Grace and mindful activity. Thank you for sharing your talent.
reply by the author on 21-May-2022
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Sandra, this is a beautiful entry for the Fabulous Free verse club. The graphic compliments the dutiful activities of time-worn hands that accompany a soul going along the business of living a full life filled with Grace and mindful activity. Thank you for sharing your talent.
Comment Written 21-May-2022
reply by the author on 21-May-2022
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Thank you for reading my poem and for rating it.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
My fingers are bend by osteoarthritis and look deformed, but they still work very well and stand me in good stead for the washing and cleaning! A fine write about our hands and the good work they do everyday, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 21-May-2022
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My fingers are bend by osteoarthritis and look deformed, but they still work very well and stand me in good stead for the washing and cleaning! A fine write about our hands and the good work they do everyday, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 21-May-2022
reply by the author on 21-May-2022
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Thank you for reading my poem and reviewing it. I hope your hands continue to stand you in good stead. You have many more poems to write. Blessings to you.
Comment from zanya
This poem is a wonderful tribute to gnarled fingers on hands that have given and given again - hands that have not held back but are engaged with life and activity
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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This poem is a wonderful tribute to gnarled fingers on hands that have given and given again - hands that have not held back but are engaged with life and activity
Comment Written 20-May-2022
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Amen! Thank you for reading my poem and rating it.
Comment from K.L. Rockquemore
Those are beautiful hands filled with strength, knowledge and love. You did a great job with the prompt, very creative. This is well written and composed. The presentation mirrors the sentiment left.
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Those are beautiful hands filled with strength, knowledge and love. You did a great job with the prompt, very creative. This is well written and composed. The presentation mirrors the sentiment left.
Comment Written 20-May-2022
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Thank you for reading my poem and rating it.
Comment from John Ciarmello
This is a wonderful piece, Sandra. Some of us age more gracefully than others. I am not one of the graceful agers. It takes looking down at your hands at a task that you begin to ponder the past. I enjoyed this piece
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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This is a wonderful piece, Sandra. Some of us age more gracefully than others. I am not one of the graceful agers. It takes looking down at your hands at a task that you begin to ponder the past. I enjoyed this piece
Comment Written 20-May-2022
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Thank you I too am not one of the graceful agers. I appreciate your comments and the rating.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Your free verse read well, Sandra. It had smooth flow,
good formatting, and descriptive words. I could see
everything you mentioned about the gnarled fingers.
The picture was perfect, too. You told a story of love
this lady had for doing the 'things' of her normal day to
day without complaining. She did all in the name of love.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Your free verse read well, Sandra. It had smooth flow,
good formatting, and descriptive words. I could see
everything you mentioned about the gnarled fingers.
The picture was perfect, too. You told a story of love
this lady had for doing the 'things' of her normal day to
day without complaining. She did all in the name of love.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 20-May-2022
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Thank you for your review. It indicated to me that you understood precisely what I intended in such a short piece. Thank you!
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Comment from LisaMay
Your well-crafted poem shows what has caused the gnarled fingers - attending to the family's needs: preparing meals, washing clothes and dishes - all done over the years with promptness and quiet dignity... the grace of service and contentment in her role.
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reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Your well-crafted poem shows what has caused the gnarled fingers - attending to the family's needs: preparing meals, washing clothes and dishes - all done over the years with promptness and quiet dignity... the grace of service and contentment in her role.
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Comment Written 20-May-2022
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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You grasped fully my intent in writing this poem. Many see the hands of older folks and think they look unattractive. However, I think about what those hands have offered to the world. Thank you for reading my poem and the rating.
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My favourite pair of hands to look at belong to my friend who is 96. They are gnarled with rheumatism as well as the loving hard work she has done on behalf of her family and everyone else she helps. She's a wonderful woman.
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Amen!
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Great title for your short free verse and though her hands are old and gnarled, they still work hard. I love the final lines
Gnarled fingers
Mirror a tranquil grace
Nicely done, cheers
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reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Great title for your short free verse and though her hands are old and gnarled, they still work hard. I love the final lines
Gnarled fingers
Mirror a tranquil grace
Nicely done, cheers
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Comment Written 20-May-2022
reply by the author on 20-May-2022
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Thank you for your review and rating. Glad you enjoyed the poem.
