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If I Am Alone

A spiritual rondeau

25 total reviews 
Comment from richie b
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Your poem is correct in suggesting being alone
brings us closer to God. Getting away from the noise,
clearing our mind, allows us that special communion
with our Creator.
Your words bring the reader into the Light, thank you
for sharing.
Blessings,
Richie b

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    I do feel so much closer to God when I am alone in a natural setting, Richie. Many thanks for sharing my poem and your kind praise. Rod
Comment from Sharon Haiste
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I think this is a cute entry for the Rondeau Poetry writing prompt.
This well written verse is truly spiritual and uplifting.
Well done and I wish you good luck with the contest.
Sharon

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    I am very pleased you found my rondeau truly spiritual and uplifting, Sharon. Many thanks for sharing. Rod
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
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His glory is indeed in all that there is to see. All creation declares the glory of the Lord. I love how you've presented that point here with beautiful and descriptive wording. Thanks for sharing this inspirational and well written work. Well done!

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    Yes, His glory is manifested in all there is to see in Nature. I am so pleased you enjoyed my rondeau, Jeffrey. Many thanks for your kind praise. Rod
Comment from jaded831
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You took me to a place I love to be. In solitude away from everything, just me my thoughts and prayers. The picture compliments your words. I'm not much for form so I can't comment on that. But I know what I like.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    It was my pleasure to take you to a place you love to be, jaded831. I am delighted you enjoyed my poem. Many thanks for the six-star review. Rod
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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That is a lovely rhondeau poem, and on a subject that many can relate to. When we feel we're alone with no one to share our thoughts and fears with, we find that place that takes us nearer to God. Then we aren't alone any more. Well done, this is a lovely contest entry. Good luck! :)) Sandra xx

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    I am so pleased that you could relate to the Speaker in my poem who loves being alone with God in this natural setting. Many thanks, Sandra, for sharing my poem and your kind praise. Ros
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
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"If I Am Alone", is an extremely well-written and spiritually-uplifting piece. This talented poet's work was a privilege to both read and review. I wish you good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    Hi, Duchess. I am delighted to share another poem with you and I'm so pleased you enjoyed my rondeau. Many thanks for your kind praise and your best wishes brought me a ribbon. Rod
reply by duchessofdrumborg on 18-Jul-2020

    Hi Rod,
    Congratulations on the ribbon! I certainly enjoyed your rondeau.
    God bless, take care and stay safe!
    the Duchess
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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Hello, anonymous,

I enjoyed reading your entry for the Rondeau Poetry writing prompt contest. Rondeau is a pleasing poetic form. You followed the rules well.

I like the sound of your spiritual poem... it's beautiful and heartfelt.

Good luck in the contest.

Gypsy

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    I am so pleased you felt my rondeau was beautiful and heartfelt, Gypsy. Many thanks for your kind praise. Rod
Comment from Mary Furlong
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Lovely poem. Lovely image. They work perfectly together. You made excellent use of the rondeau form. The repetition sounds natural and not at all contrived. A great entry for the contest. Good luck.

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    I am delighted you enjoyed my rondeau so much, Mary. Many thanks for your great praise. Rod
reply by Mary Furlong on 17-Jul-2020
Comment from Bill Schott
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This rondeau, If I Am Alone, has the right set up and finds the poet making the most of solitude and a commune with nature and God when the situation presents itself.

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    Hi, Bill. Yes, the Speaker has found God to be a welcome companion when he is alone. Many thanks for sharing my rondeau. Rod
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
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What a lovely, powerful, and truthful poem about meditating on God during your alone time with Him! I hope this poem is a winner. I wish the best to you!

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2020


reply by the author on 17-Jul-2020
    Thank you so much, Rebecca, for your effusive praise of IF I AM ALONE, and best wishes. Indeed, you proved prophetic. Rod