Comment from JanPerry

Exceptional

Amazing how you weave your words with a purpose for us to take note. Yes words hurt so much but we should be strong and not take heed. A lovely message with a whole lot of information to read afterwards.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2018

Thanks Jan for dropping by with such an inspiring review, and shiny, super stars, blessings, Roy

Comment from closetpoetjester

Exceptional

Yes Roy there are definitely those who like to think their goads of lace go unseen.
Fortunately THEY are the ones that bear the malice.
My mum told me, it's better to shut your mouth and appear ignorant, than to open your mouth and prove it.
A wonderfully rhymed poem. Well done
Cheers P

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 25-Jan-2018

Thanks P, for these most uplifting words and gracious review, mum's are very wise blessings Roy

Comment from misscookie

Excellent

Magnificent
I have not read a poem as strong yet tender as this in a long time
You captured my attention from the first line to the last.
This is what I call a food for thought poem
Thank you for sharing.
Cookie

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 25-Jan-2018

Thanks So much Cookie, your response is most positive, affirming and kind, blesings, Roy

reply by misscookie on 25-Jan-2018

You're very welcome. it was my pleasure.
Cookie

reply by the author on 25-Jan-2018

Thanks Cookie

reply by misscookie on 25-Jan-2018

You're very welcome
Cookie

Comment from Mame

Exceptional

So well written. Great choice of words to express a real message. Of course it is healthier to forgive - resentment eats away at our soul. Loved it!

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 25-Jan-2018

Thanks Mame for this outstanding review, wonderful comments and super stars, are mos appreciated, blessings, Roy

Comment from TPAC

Exceptional

Got my vote. Straight from the heart, linking with feelings I hold myself, presenting them more powerful than I. A superior read deserving a worthy response.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks, for your exceptional comments and great measured review, and the super stars, blessings, Roy

Comment from Carolyn Shelton

Excellent

Nothing compares to the gift of Grace!
Great poem!
"Its healing balm all wounds can tend.." I really like that line.
"A writer's soul walks wisdom's maze...." Lovely way to describe the power of the pen.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks Carolyn, , your response is most positive, affirming and kind, blesings, Roy

Comment from jenintorre

Excellent

I enjoyed reading your poem. It portrays a very important and poignant message and has excellent rhythm and very interesting rhyme. Best wishes. Jen.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks Jen, your response is most positive, affirming and kind, blesings, Roy

Comment from A. Louise Robertson

Excellent

Nicely done and very on point. Grace should temper all of our actions, and you have found a way to say this that is not preachy but is a reminder that we are responsible for what we say and do. I enjoyed this poem very much.

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks, for your lovely comments and great review, blessings, Roy

Comment from Janet Foor

Excellent

Another beautiful poem of faith and forgiveness. Your wisdom flows freely in this wonderful poem.
I pray for His grace every day. There are those who don't have that willingness to forgive unconditionally and I pray for them as well. Some of them are in my family and it is truly heart breaking.

Thanks for sharing Roy.

Blessings
Janet

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks dear Janet, for your lovely comments and great review, blessings, Roy

Comment from Dorothy Farrell

Exceptional

Hi Roy, this is a lovely poem perfectly written in good aabb rhyme maintained throughout. Good use of metaphor in this piece - 'speak verbal silk not goads in lace.' - clever - and you use more in this poem. I was sure I had reviewed this, it is so familiar - must have forget to send or something. I particularly like -

How can one sit in truth's bright seat
and not perceive the ideal beat?
Though naked eyes can't see 'round bends
grace walks beyond -- Horizon's end. ...... Well used metaphor! Regards Dorothy

 Comment Written 24-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Thanks Dorothy you are so good to me. You are such a doll, blessings, Roy

reply by Dorothy Farrell on 24-Jan-2018

That's me - Dolly Daydream - LOL D

reply by the author on 24-Jan-2018

Now that's a good non-de-plume!