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Unexpected Gifts

the treasure of the moment

30 total reviews 
Comment from LovnPeace
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

And this definitely stands out as a bright moment. I love the contrast against the dark wetness. Good job and good luck in the contest. Blessings, Barbara

 Comment Written 11-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 11-Jan-2019
    Thank you very much, Barbara!! There is always a small detail that can be an encouragement if we just see it. i appreciate your comments!!

    Melissa
Comment from poetwatch
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I don't understand why it is called a one line poem, Melissa? A one line saying would be better written. Still, your saying hits the mark, not everybody appreciates bright moments on ho-hum days. This is a good entry for the One Line. Thank you for sharing the moment with us. :)

 Comment Written 11-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 11-Jan-2019
    Thanks so much!!

    Melissa
Comment from June Sargent
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A very unique way to illustrate the importance of counting our blessings - holding onto the smallest moments that brighten our day. Love the artwork. Well done.

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    Thanks so much, June. I love the red umbrella... I see it as a gift during a dull moment. There are so many things that we can savor as gifts throughout our day. I appreciate your comments and review.

    Melissa
Comment from Dean Kuch
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I, for one, could not agree with you more, Melissa.
For every dark cloud posses a silver lining.
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 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    Thanks, dear Dean, for the great review. Let us look for the blessings in the little things that come our way!!

    Melissa
reply by Dean Kuch on 10-Jan-2019
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Comment from Joy Graham
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Hi Melissa,

This one line poetry stuff is completely foreign to me. I have no idea how to approach it. YOU, however, have done a fine job. I love the picture and message combination. It makes sense to me and even brought an ahhhhh moment for me. This is a terrific contest entry, in my humble opinion. You inspire me to maybe down the road try one? Best wishes in the contest.

Joy xx

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    Hey, Joy. I am glad you liked my one liner.... I saw that red umbrella and thought it was a gift/lift of color against a dull background. You can find bright spots in a lot of places. I know you are a talented writer and this will not be to hard for you. Just make a point and pare it down to the minimum... All the best,

    Melissa
Comment from judiverse
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How neat that your that picture with the red umbrella to contrast with the gray day. An excellent thing to notice something that will brighten a dull day. it doesn't have to be anything especially significant, but something that has meaning for you. Great one-line entry. I wonder if "Appreciate" might give you a more positive statement than "appreciating." Just a thought. judi

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    Hello, Judi... I like your suggestion and will go over to the page and take a look at the difference. I am thankful that you gave me a solid idea!!

    Melissa
reply by judiverse on 10-Jan-2019
    Hi, Melissa, and thanks. Just an idea. judi
Comment from lyenochka
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Great one-liner that is perfectly illustrated by that picture! Did the picture come first? It could be an ekphrastic poem. Yes, we need to give thanks for those bright moments!!

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    I am glad you like my little one liner... I just looked at that red umbrella and thought what an emotional lift/gift that would be on a rainy day.. Thank you, Helen.

    Melissa
Comment from Teresa Alford
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Love, love love this!!!! The picture could not be any more perfect! We, as imperfect people, sometimes let the dull get us down. There is beauty in all things and lessons to be learned that make us better and stronger.

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    I am glad you like my little one liner... I just looked at that red umbrella and thought what an emotional lift/gift that would be on a rainy day.. Thank you, Teresa.

    Melissa
Comment from Janice Canerdy
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Your one-line piece effectively declares one of the keys to
happiness and satisfaction. It's easy to find something to smile
about when weather and life are as we wish. We must be able
to find the bright spoton a dreary day.

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    I am glad you like my little one liner... I just looked at that red umbrella and thought what an emotional lift/gift that would be on a rainy day.. Thank you, Janice.

    Melissa
Comment from Kathleen Washnis
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What an awesome picture! I love how bright the red umbrella looks on the black and white rainy day photo. It is important to find the silver lining in the clouds so to speak. Thanks for sharing this insight with us. : )

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jan-2019
    I am glad you like my little one liner... I just looked at that red umbrella and thought what an emotional lift/gift that would be on a rainy day.. Thank you, Kathleen!

    Melissa