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The Cup I Carry

My life carried in a cup

17 total reviews 
Comment from dragonpoet
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Hi Verna,
This is a well done free verse biography. It shows that a life is full of ups and downs. You show a full life and how faith and grace is a big part of it.
Congrats on the second place finish in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan

 Comment Written 19-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 19-Jan-2024
    Thank you, Joan, for a great review. I appreciate your words.
reply by dragonpoet on 19-Jan-2024
    No problem, Verna.
    Joan
Comment from Ginda Simpson
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Verna, this verse is certainly deserving of its recognition. What a beautiful way to celebrate blessings received and a life well lived. That is a cup to keep!

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 19-Jan-2024
    Thank you very much for your kind words. I appreciate your thoughts.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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Excellent entry for the
Free Verse Poem contest. Your faith in God comes through clearly. So well written, I love it. I wish you the best in the contest.

 Comment Written 15-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 16-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much for your very kind review. Hugs, Verna
Comment from June Sargent
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A cup full of nectar, remembrances and inspirations - evidence of a life well-lived. A lovely poem that reflects a heart filled with gratitude. Such a refreshing read, considering there are some who do nothing but complain.

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2024
    Thank you for this lovely review!
Comment from Wendy G
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A beautiful and very moving poem, dealing with love, memories, God's presence, and a lifetime of rich experiences centred on the cup of your life. Very best wishes for the Free Verse contest.
Wendy

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2024
    Thank you for your lovely review and well wishes.
Comment from lauralumummu
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Free verse is my favorite type of poem and you have done a lovely job here. Very inspiring and the imagery invokes a simpler time. God Bless you and all the best in the contest. Laura

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2024
    What a delightful review. May God bless you and yours, too! I'm glad you chose 6 stars, and to follow me. Thank you.
Comment from Mrs. KT
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A beautiful and moving poetic rendering, Verna.
I so love the analogy of a cup - filled to the brim - to represent your life... and a blessed life it has been; that is for certain.
I so enjoyed the emotive images your verse created for me.
I'll let you in on a not so little secret: I wouldn't trade my cup, either.

Much enjoyed!

Best wishes!
diane

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much, diane, for a great review. There may have been times I've thought that "maybe" I'd trade, ; ) but thankfully, God has always been with me.
Comment from zanya
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This poem with a metaphorical cup at its heart soothes the soul and raises the spirits reminding the reader that we all carry our own particular cup and being at ease with its contents good and bad is key to a happy life on earth - so well told. Wish I had 6!

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2024
    Thank you for this delightful review. I really appreciate it, including the virtual 6.
Comment from Navada
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I really liked the extended metaphor of the cup and the way you explored the various elements of your life through this image. It's a lovely opportunity to reflect on your achievements and your blessings. Thanks for the share and good luck for the contest.

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2024
    Thank you for a very thoughtful review. I appreciate it.
Comment from lyenochka
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I like how you use the metaphor of a cup to hold what's in your heart and mind - those beautiful memories of childhood and motherhood and it also provides comfort when dealing with earthly trials. I also like how you started and ended with the same two lines. Hope this does well in the contest!

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much for a lovely review and your well wishes in the contest. I appreciate you.