Comment from Unspoken94

Excellent

A special thanks to you for drafting this incredible
poem on gratitude. I say that because it's only when
you hare grateful, that you have the capacity to then
be thankful. Your poem speaks to that. Well done
and congratulations. -Bill

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 29-Nov-2016

Thanks Bill for the congrats on my win, I am glad you like it. Mary

Comment from Kai Michael Neumann

Excellent

This is the poem I just needed today. So often guilty of ingratitude by the default of not being aware. This poem flows well and is soft and easy and deep at the same time. Great and thank you, Kai

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 29-Nov-2016

Thank you for your excellent review and great comments.

Comment from b.anderson65

Exceptional

The tone of this poem grabbed me right away, "because each moment is a gift." This poem is my prayer. This poem takes us from our beginning to our limitations to the best of our destinations. The flow puts us in a good place.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 29-Nov-2016

I really appreciate this exceptional rating for my poem and also the wonderful comments.

Comment from Judvan2

Excellent

Beautiful. The picture is perfect too. I love the simplicity which gives your poem great depth. It conveys that we are each responsible for being grateful, finding the best and pushing through all things. You do it with a grateful heart. Thanks for writing . Good luck

 Comment Written 28-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 29-Nov-2016

Thank you so much for our excellent review and good luck wishes.

Comment from Mrs Happy Poet

Excellent

Yes we should always be grateful for what we have and what we achieve there are so many people worse off than ourselves I enjoyed good luck regards Jill

 Comment Written 28-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 29-Nov-2016

Thanks Jill for your encouraging review with great comments.

Comment from winnona

Exceptional

Beautifully written contest entry. Your words flow well and combined easily forming the message of your poem for the reader. you sound a lot like my own outlook on life. Well done.

 Comment Written 28-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 28-Nov-2016

Thank you so much for the exceptional rating of my poem, it is always nice to hear of another person who has the same outlook.

Comment from Joan E.

Exceptional

Thank you for reminding us to "practice gratitude"--sometimes in the morning I saw with awe: "I'm upright!" The poster art you selected reinforces the theme, and your final stanza is a powerful conclusion. Cheers and best wishes in the contest- Joan

 Comment Written 28-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 28-Nov-2016

Hi

I really appreciate your exceptional rating of my poem for the contest "Thanks"

Comment from robyn corum

Excellent

What a great poem of thankfulness and gratitude! I think this poem should do rally well in the Thankfulness contest - and why not? It's says so much! *smile* Good luck!

 Comment Written 27-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Nov-2016

Thanks for your very encouraging review.

Comment from mvbrooks

Excellent

Very positive litany of not only what you are thankful for, but what your personal values are. Strong entry for showing gratitude.

Note -- in line 5 you have an extra space between the I and the apostrophe in I'm.

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Nov-2016

thanks for your great review and the tip about the extra space which I have rectified. much appreciated.

Comment from Poetic Friend

Excellent

Your gratitude for life itself exudes from this poem. Your write is also inspirational and motivational.

Just a few suggestions for grammar. Please feel free to ignore because I am nor grammar expert.

Each moment is a gift[--]
a chance for a new beginning[,]
so I practice gratitude[.]

I celebrate the fact that
I'm still standing[,]
and
I appreciate small victories[.]

I focus on my dreams[.]
[P]ut my fears into the back of my mind.

When it rains[,] I look for the rainbow[.]
[W}hen it's dark[,] I look up to the stars.

I am in awe of the universe[--]
our insignificance[,]
yet our uniqueness.

I express what I feel[.]
Show appreciation
for the blessings
I encounter.

I work to overcome
my limitations[,]
so I'll arrive at the
best destinations.

 Comment Written 26-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Nov-2016

Thank you so much for your most helpful review, I have rectified it. I appreciate your help.