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What the Farmer Knows

The meaning of life contest entry.

13 total reviews 
Comment from Carolyn Dooley
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It is a shame and disgrace how the farmers have been looked over and disrespected. If it was not for those farmers, people would have starved to death. It takes special people to work as hard as they do. They are the backbone of the world. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 02-Oct-2022
    I agree with you, Carolyn. Our farmers are special people who keep us fed and deserve more respect. Many thanks for your review.
reply by Carolyn Dooley on 02-Oct-2022
    You are welcome.
Comment from Wendy G
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Very smooth rhyme and metre help this poem to stand out. It is also meaningful, and shows our ultimate purpose in life. I enjoyed it a lot. Best wishes for your entry.
Wendy

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 02-Oct-2022
    I really appreciate your high praise of my poem, Wendy. Many thanks for sharing.
Comment from Bill Schott
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This spiritual poem, What the Farmer Knows, presented with three ABCA-rhymed quatrains, reminds the readers that God provides life to all and promises prosperity to the end.

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you, Bill, for sharing my poem and your insightful commentary.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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Farming is not an easy task and relying on the weather and nature often brings its challenges to farmers. Praying is what they sometimes rely on, a poignant write, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you very much, Dolly, for sharing and reviewing my poem.
Comment from lyenochka
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What a great way to see the meaning of life through a faithful farmer's eyes. He knows he is dependent on the Lord and knows it all belongs to Him, so he works and trusts the Lord to bring a meaningful harvest. Best wishes in the contest!

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you so much, lyenochka, for sharing my poem and your high praise.
Comment from Teri7
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This is a very well written, spiritual poem about what the farmers knows. This is a great entry for the Meaning of Life writing prompt. I enjoyed reading this. Very good descriptive words and lovely imagery. Best wishes in the contest. Teri

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you so much, Teri, for your high praise of my poem.
Comment from WalkerMan
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This lovely poem in flawless iambic tetrameter and a-b-c-a rhyme scheme is a well composed expression of an old farmer's gratitude to God for his beautifully thriving corn crop ready for harvest, as he stands admiring his field in colorful autumn sunset.

Superb, and gorgeously illustrated. :)) -- Mike

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you very much, WalkerMan, for this marvelous review and the six-star bonus. I am delighted by your praise and truly appreciate your suggestion and all your research. Although I love the SOUND of "trods," I made the correction to "treads."
reply by WalkerMan on 01-Oct-2022
    You are most welcome.

    I see the correction and have removed my comments on it as promised.

    This is a splendid poem of unwavering faith justly rewarded. :)) -- Mike
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you, Mike!
reply by WalkerMan on 01-Oct-2022
    :))
Comment from Marienkiefer
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A lovely poem celebrating the fruits of are labour and blessed bounties of the earth.

Sparkling in your poem:
-The farmer, regardless of age or exterior elements, finds the strength and will to sow the seeds in his lifetime work, how he cares for the land and nature and and God's will that gives him great return and abundant light.

A very faith full poem. Blessings

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you very much, Marien, for your kind praise of my poem.
Comment from Dr. Von
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This poem meets the writing prompt guidelines and is a well-written submission. Your word choices give the poem the flow and substance to carry your message. Well done. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 30-Sep-2022


reply by the author on 30-Sep-2022
    Thank you very much, Dr. Von, for sharing and praising my poem.
reply by Dr. Von on 01-Oct-2022
    You are welcome.
Comment from lancellot
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Very nice. Some suggestions to stay consistent. You need not do them.

notes:

"Oh, Lord, I'm blessed. Life's meaning[] clear.

-"Oh, Lord, I'm blessed. Life's meaning is clear.

I'll care for[] world Thou gave to us,

-I'll care for [this or the] world You gave to us,

-You've used Your, so why not You?

 Comment Written 30-Sep-2022


reply by the author on 30-Sep-2022
    Thank you very much, lancelott, for taking the time to read my poem so closely and make all those suggestions.