Comment from aryr

Excellent

The picture was amazing, Roy because it was the glass that can cut. Your words showed your anger because God and Christ suffered for your hunger for fame. Blessings.

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks Alie, for these terrific comments and super review, blessings Roy

reply by aryr on 09-Aug-2022

Most welcome, Roy. Blessings.

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

You did a great job with your poem, Roy. Your words were
well thought out with great meaning. Yes, we all make sacrifices
at time. Hopefully, those are because of the good that will
come from them, not fame, fortune, or prestige. Your words
have a great message about the sacrifices Christ made and
what mankind needs to do to follow Him.
Thanks for sharing, Jan

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks Jan, for these terrific comments and super review, blessings Roy

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

This poem really resonates with me. I had a good childhood. I was the oldest and had a younger brother. Almost two years difference, but only one school year. My brother was almost perfect in every way. He didn't need to study and got straight A's. I studied very hard to get those grades. He excellent in band and in sports. He still holds some track records in our state. I would stumble over my own two feet and couldn't carry a tune if my life depended on it. It seemed no matter what I did, I couldn't live up to him. He didn't feel that that, it was wall me. Through Christ I realized my error. It doesn't matter God loves me.

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks Barbara, for these splendid, comments and super review, blessings Roy

Comment from mrsmajor

Exceptional

A beautifully written poem, Roy, your rhymed quatrain verses are both self explanatory, and allows one to think about their own lives. I can identify with much of what you say...Indeed self praise is no praise at all...self importance is only a temporary state of mind...

Almighty God is forever, and although no man is perfect, God does know us, sees us in all our failures, and yet He loves us. What more can a human being ask for, what human will provide for us, what God has promised. None I say, not even one.

Thanks for sharing this with us, If I just reviewed using the "ditto" word, it would be so true.. 6 stars for both form and substance.

Blessings, and Hugs!

Warmly,
Victoria

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks Victoria, for these terrific comments and super review, blessings Roy

reply by mrsmajor on 09-Aug-2022

Always a pleasure, Roy, Always.

reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Bless you

Comment from Erika Seshadri

Excellent

Your first stanza is so powerful, and the entire poem just flows so well and contains such a fantastic message. Very nicely done.

Have a beautiful day,
Erika

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks Erika, for these terrific comments and super review, blessings Roy

Comment from John Ciarmello

Excellent

Roy, I loved this poem!

"There is a line 'tween age and youth,
how much is pride, how much is truth?

Just so gorgeous and straightforward. Best, JohnC

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks so much John, for these wonderful comments and a great review, blessings Roy

Comment from scongrove

Excellent

Beautiful post, my friend :) Worthy of a ten. All out of sixes. :(
Your words are so true and give me something to think about. Sometimes we get lost in our problems, forgetting what is most important.
My favorite part:
once heard someone shout, "reach out"
"Be humble boy, lest pride you spout"
But I believe that God is good,
don't let fate's gloom become your hood.

Always your fan,
Shana :)

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks so much dear Shana,

Comment from Carolyn Dooley

Excellent

The best thing to do is be yourself. Fame does not last. With time, things change. As with computers, printers--etc, material things become obsolete. We must stay the same day after day. Be kind, and understanding. Try helping someone in need. I enjoyed your story. Have a great one.

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks so much Carolyn, for these wonderful comments and a great review, blessings Roy

reply by Carolyn Dooley on 09-Aug-2022

You are welcome.

Comment from Jesse James Doty

Excellent

The hunger for fame was strong in me when I was young and still foolish. I grew through the experience of trying to be the best I no longer wish for fame or fortune I only try to do my best.
I believe the best is yet to come for me I will succeed knowing in my heart that I have done my personal best.
Thanks for sharing and for letting me share.
Jesse


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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2022

Thanks so much Jake, for these wonderful comments and a great review, blessings Roy