Comment from Teri7

Excellent

Roy, This is truly a good poem you have penned. You used very good descriptive wording as always. My favorite part was where you said:
So many days have flown since then,
I've grown in grace I've gained truth's ken.
I now know God my ransom paid-
on Christ my rock, my sin was laid.

Great job my friend. hugs, Teri

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks, Teri, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

Comment from Gianinas

Excellent

I love the metaphors such as a "numb soul", the "sin's... shelf". They are deep and philosophical and make us want to think and / or meditate upon ourselves, whilst reading the poem. Feelings of compassion for the poet were aroused.
Gianina

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks, Gianinas, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

Comment from Joy Graham

Exceptional

This is well written, Roy :) You tell your story of overcoming drinking to drown out your guilty feelings. It's good to talk about these things and share your experiences. This poem can connect with a lot of readers who could find strength to overcome just as you have. I wish you well in this contest. You have a mighty fine entry.

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2016

Thanks, Joy so much for these matrvellous words and outstanding review, and these very generous stars, blessings, Roy.

Comment from DR DIP

Excellent

I see this as your salvation poem or redemption poem Roy. Beautifully written as usual but this one is special it's like your autobiography. Thanks for posting

dip

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks,Dip, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

Comment from Dustybones

Excellent

Very thoughtful and inspirational poem. When a person can come out and speak of his own rebirth, it give me hope that I am on the same path. Boyd

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks, Boyd, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)

Excellent

This is beautiful, Roy. Some of us have come a long way from the darkness of previous days. I know, I have. A beautiful poem and a great contest entry. Best wishes in the contest, my friend. Have a blessed day~Debbie

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks again dear Debbie, for this lovely review and comments, and good luck wishes, Blessngs Roy

Comment from judiverse

Excellent

This is great for the overcomer contest. You're is kind of before and after story. You give examples of walking in the shadows, such as excessive drinking. You describe how hope came in the form of Christ's redemption. I like your description of hope's bright rim. Excellent wording and AABB rhyme. Best of luck in the contest. It's sure to do very well. judi

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks, Judi, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

reply by judiverse on 30-Jul-2016

You're very welcome. judi

reply by Anonymous Member on 02-Aug-2016

You're very welcome. judi

Comment from liz burgoyne

Excellent

I love your poem. I too have overcome something so I understand how one can wallow in self-pity and blame until one day you realize it's your own job to make a change. It's not so hard if you also realize that God will give you help. Your poem flows so naturally it felt like you were telling me your story. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks, Liz, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

Comment from Weslyn

Excellent

While slightly uneven at times, this work ranges from "high to low & back again', conveying a very strong message of hope & redemption that we all need in the midst of sorrow & grief over what is done. Not only does it seem to pertain to & describe the writer personally, it pulls in the reader until the reader feels the work is also about his or her personal life & journey as well. That can be quite difficult to do, yet the writer with just the 'right' words & 'flow' of this work does just that. - Very good work!!!!!!!
- Weslyn-Marie

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks again for these lovely words and once again, excellent perception of its content, blessings, Roy.

Comment from Ric Myworld

Excellent

Even at my worst, it was a pleasure to see those who repented and accepted the Lord, changing their wicked ways and accepting His grace and forgiveness. And it just gets better from there. Thanks for another fine poem. :-)

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks Ric, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.