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Bud's song ...

petition, acceptance, faith, trust and praise

43 total reviews 
Comment from l.raven
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HI Relda, I am so sorry sweet girl...if you ever want to talk...my pm is always open...it has to be hard on you both...but just knowing God we never leave his or your side...helps...your poem is very well written...sad...and your note are amazing...and I love the picture of you and Sammy...what breed is he???...God Be With You Both...and Sammy...love ya girl...Linda xxoo

 Comment Written 01-May-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Linda - your response has me in tears of thankfulness. I will remember your offer of a late-night chat. Thanks for your review and comments. I am encouraged.

    And Sammy is an American Brittany.

    God bless and my best,

    Relda
reply by l.raven on 02-May-2016
    you are always so welcome...God Bless xxoo Linda
Comment from Judvan2
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A beautiful poem. A terrible disease and you did a good job describing it in the poem. Faith and hope also come through loud and clear. Faith through tragedy is the most inspirational and seems to me a miracle of its own!

 Comment Written 01-May-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Judy - Thank you for your insight and encouragement. And thank you for your review and comments. You are right about the miracle. Funny - Bud and I see miracles all around us and rejoice - of course they were there all the time but we just weren't looking. This kind of thing slows you down and gets your eyes on what is truly important.

    God bless and my best,

    Relda
Comment from Louise Michelle
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You really did a good job with this faith poem, Relda. While some people choose to curse God/Fate when things go wrong in life, others turn more to God for comfort. And, more importantly, they put emphasis on all the blessings/good things in their lives. I think you captured this sentiment. Hugs, Lou

 Comment Written 01-May-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Lou - Your encouragement is much appreciated and you are so right about seeing the blessings. Speaking of blessing - your review and comments are one.

    God bless and my best,

    Relda
Comment from sage17611
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What a horrible debilitating disease that affects the central nervous system. ALS is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in 1939 he was diagnosed with this disease, ending his baseball career. Your poem is very well written and provides information about ALS, which gradually causes a decline in muscle function, and the person slowly lose movement. Very nice faith poem, good luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 01-May-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Thank you so much for your insight. And thank you so much for your kind comments and rating.

    God bless you and my very best to you, as well.

    Relda
Comment from BeasPeas
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Your faith poem about Bud's ALS and the challenges you both face is well done. Author's note explains this debilitating disease. Both of you are strong in your faith and daily lives to deal with it all. God helps us to get through many things that would otherwise crush our spirit. Bless you both. Marilyn

 Comment Written 01-May-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Marilyn - Your review and kind comments are appreciated. I thank God for his strength AND for you and all the FS folks who've encouraged us.

    God bless and my best,

    Relda
Comment from William Ross
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very good a nicely written poem sorry about the ALS, I have a buddy that suffers with this. Thanks for sharing and good luck on this faith poem.

 Comment Written 01-May-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Thank you for your review and stars. Your 'buddy' is lucky to have you. My 'Bud' tells me he is lucky to have me, but I think it is the other way around - I am blessed everyday to have him.

    God bless and my very best to you,

    Relda
Comment from DonandVicki
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I enjoyed you very emotional and touching poem. Your authors notes are very interesting as well. A Christians we have an inner strength that will help us through troubled times.

 Comment Written 01-May-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Hi, y'all - Thank you for your review and comments. Writing has helped us process this situation. We are grateful for you and other FS family for the encouragement given to us.

    God bless and my best,

    Relda
Comment from Liberty Justice
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WOW! Powerful autobiography of Bud as he grew from functioning man to weaken man. His faith carries him through as he seemed ready to go meet his Savior. Such sad nut spiritual poem. liberty justice

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Hi - thank you for your kind comments and insight. Your encouragement is appreciated a lot.

    God bless and my best,

    Relda
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Comment from Dustybones
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A very informative posting. I never knew about the motor neurons and the exact nature of ALS. I love informaton. Your poem is very touching and very personal. Too personal for me to comment on. My prays are with you.

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Boyd - you're a good friend. Thanks for your review.

    Relda
reply by Dustybones on 02-May-2016
    You're welcome
Comment from foxangie123
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You just entered first place and took the faith contest to a way higher level. Wow and bravo to you. Out of six yet will be there to vote if all is well. This is rock-in. Kudos....

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2016


reply by the author on 02-May-2016
    Angie - You've lifted my spirit. Had a rough few days with Bud and, today, have been learning how to spray citrus trees (in our Frostproof home's backyard) ... and I'm dragging. Exhausted physically and emotionally. Your review makes me feel better. A good dose of 'Angie' makes everything better.

    You're an angel.

    Relda