Comment from Father Flaps

Excellent

Hi Maria,
Very nice entry for the Faith Poetry contest! I like the way you see God in everyday matters. Many people overlook these hints of His glory.
You've got some nice alliteration in your poem,
"dew drop/ purple petal/ singing sweet/ cooing in her cot/ pumpkin pie/ melting marvels in my mouth/ bushes blooming"
I like the imagery of the colorful sunrise...
"When I see a sunrise
tinting the sky pink"

One spot to look over...
"When I smell the (lilacs) bushes
blooming in my garden" ... ( I suggest,
When I smell the lilac bushes
blooming in my garden )

Good Luck in the contest!
And Happy New Year!
Hugs,
Kimbob

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023

Thanks so much for another thorough review and for noticing the typo.

Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

We are indeed surrounded by wonders, and we need to take a breath and notice them, as you have done in your verses here, Heather. A lovely entrant for the Faith contest and I wish you luck with it. Cheers
Valda

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Thanks so much for reading.x

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Wonderful entry for the Faith Poetry Contest. God is in everything.. nature, children's laughter...
Good free verse form. Nice presentation and imagery. Good luck in the contest.

Gypsy
"The poet waits quietly to paint the unsaid." - Atticus

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Thanks so much for reading.xxx

Comment from Pam Lonsdale

Excellent

You speak your beliefs eloquently in this free verse poem.

Nature is one of our best examples of God's presence among us.

Good luck with the contest.

Pam

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2023

Thanks so much for reading, Pam. xxx

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

For anyone who is not a believer, this poem would certainly convert them Heather, I just loved the content as this poem is so touching, colourful and faithful, much enjoyed, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Hi Dolly,
I'm glad you think so, although somebody gave me three stars and explained that it was because the religiousness of the poem confused them.
Thanks for reading.

reply by Dolly'sPoems on 03-Jan-2023

Your message was very clear here, also subtle and clever, but not everyone understands our words Heather, love Dolly x

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

This is a very beautiful and very well written poem you have penned for the faith contest. Every word you have written are so true. That makes me wonder why so many do not believe! I love the singer and song you chose to go with your words. Best wishes in the contest. love and blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Thanks so much for your review, Teri. Have a lovely day.x

reply by Teri7 on 03-Jan-2023

you are so welcome sweet friend!!!

Comment from royowen

Excellent

One of my favourite scriptures, is when it says He is ever mindful of me, I know His care is deep, His provision is always there for the "least" of His creation, and we ate the apple of His eye, beautifully written my friend, an excellent post, good luck, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Thanks for your kind words, Roy. Have a lovely day.

reply by royowen on 03-Jan-2023

A pleasure

reply by royowen on 03-Jan-2023

You too Maria

Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This free verse, I do Believe, observes the many aspects of the visible, audible, olfactory, and tactile senses to describe used to qualify the existence of a benevolent God. Nice.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

thanks so much for reading, Bill.

Comment from Debra White

Excellent

Hi Maria,
I enjoyed reading your free verse faith poem.
Generous touches of alliteration throughout and great descriptions.
I love the complimentary music video too - its one of my favourites :)
Good luck in the contest.
Best wishes as always, Debra x

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

I also love that song.
It's nice to see you here again. x

Comment from Sugarray77

Excellent

I love this poem, Maria. Your flowing thought from one stanza to another with each one ending in an affirmation of faith really speaks to me and builds my faith. Well done, my friend.

Melissa

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2023

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2023

Thank so much, Melissa xxx