Comment from pharp

Excellent

This is such a beautifully written poem, very touching, excellent rhyming and rhythm with a very smooth flow and a most enjoyable read. It brings to my remembrance words in a gospel song. "What God has for me it is for me." Thanks for sharing and best wishes in the contest. Blessings.................Portia

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 25-Aug-2015

Thank you so much, Portia. It was a subject on my mind at the beginning of the summer when I had a lot on my mind. Sometimes, I think, we just wonder why we are who we are. Thank you so much for reading and reviewing. I've enjoyed your comments,
Rhonda

Comment from TPAC

Exceptional

Touched all grounds in me a very touching write and great act of devotion well structured in its presentation grabbing in its interests appeal -a good read in my opinion.

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 25-Aug-2015

Thank you so much, that is very sweet, my friend. It's always a wonderful gift to receive a 6 star rating, and it warms my heart!
Rhonda

Comment from I am Cat

Excellent

Hi Rhonda,
I've often fretted over such things... trying to be better at this, and
smacking my own wrists, why can't i do that, or do this or be more like
this or that...
and I've come to the conclusion in my older years...
It's not who I am.

So I get this. I truly do.
You say it beautifully, as always... and with such passion
and conviction.
Congratulations on your nomination for Poem of the Month... and
well done, Rhonda...
Cat

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2015

Thank you so much, Cat. I was so honored to be nominated, and have hung in okay. I'm glad to see you and Fez in the lead. You are both such beautiful people! Thanks for reviewing,
Rhonda

reply by I am Cat on 23-Aug-2015

Aw, thank you so much Rhonda. I'm just honored to be included with all of you. You're all so talented and lovely! Big hugs!

Comment from BeasPeas

Excellent

Beautifully written poem with a simple message (to me) that we are all here for a purpose. It doesn't have to be profound--but just to be the best of ourselves.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2015

Thank you so much for reviewing, and "getting" the point of the poem. I think we all deal with this issue from time to time in our lives! Take care,
Rhonda

Comment from Treischel

Excellent

I really loved the rich sentiment so beautifully expressed here in this well written poem. Its lovely aabb rhymed quatrains flow so smoothly on variable lines and meter..

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2015

Thank you so much, my friend, for the kind review!
Rhonda

Comment from Clover77

Excellent

I am a religious person and this poem was absolutely stunningly gorgeous! You and I feel the same with God's purpose in our lives, well done!
~Julia

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 10-Jul-2015

Thank you so much, Julia. It was a poem that had been on my mind all day. By the end of the day, the poem just seemed to write itself. I appreciate the reivew and comments,
Rhonda

Comment from Pantygynt

Excellent

There is always a tendency to want that we haven't got but what we ought to be doing is making the best of of what we have. A somewhat corulent friend of mine complained once to a priest that he wished to be tall and slim and the priest replied, "If the Lord has made you into a little fat fellow, wh o are you to say that he got it wrong?

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 10-Jul-2015

Wow, how true! I wrote the poem after wrestling with my own doubts - specifically that I always have to stay busy. I can't just sit around like some of my friends after work and watch TV. I'm always on the go, and sometimes run out of things to do. I was complaining to a friend about it, when he reminded me that it was how God had created me. Then I was thankful for my abundant energy, because I was reminded who it had come from! Thanks for the review and comments. I especially liked the story,
Rhonda

Comment from sajeda6

Excellent

Such beautiful words. I love the poem. Yes we have to be thankful to God for how we are. Everyone in the world is different, yet he made us the person we are. Everyone has something special about them, we have to appreciate what we have. Bring out the best in ourselves. Lovely poem, I enjoyed it. Thanks

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 10-Jul-2015

Thank you so much. It is often hard to remember why we are who we are and to appreciate it. When we remember that God made us, and he made us like we are, it's easier to love ourselves. I struggle with this, and I think a lot of people do. Thanks for your input,
Rhonda

Comment from petalangela

Excellent

What stunningly unique poem. It held my attention through out I do not review a lot of spiritual poems as I an struggling with my faith. Your drew me in lie a magnet and I am so glad it did

 Comment Written 09-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 09-Jul-2015

I'm glad the poem spoke to you. There is a message to everyone. Mostly it is all about finding what it is that you are gifted at, and to not worry about what is beyond your grasp. Just be glad to be you,
Rhonda

Comment from Benjamin Valencia

Exceptional

Woww!!! I absolutely loved this inspirational devotional of yours. I'm not a practicing Christian however, your poem sends a deep message to everyone not feeling talented. People can definitely relate to your poem and yes, your purpose I have to say is helping uplift those who feel below average. Thank you for sharing this with me. I had to read it three times. I couldn't detect any errors in grammar. The word flow streamed like a calm river. Good luck and keep writing. Cheers.

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jul-2015

Thank you so much for the great review, and the beautiful 6 stars. Your review is poetic and moving. Thank you,
Rhonda