Heart Cafted Poems - 2020
Viewing comments for Chapter 26 "The Whisper of Words"Musings of an old man -2020
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Comment from estory
I loved it. You built up some great rhythms and echoing effects in this free verse piece, the voice comes off as tense, swaying in the midst of all the uncertainty of these times. You had great images in it of these hazy, swirling clouds obstructing our vision of the future, the swaying earth, undermining our footing, creating all this uncertainty. Good job with the images and the underlying rhythms of the language to create those effects. then at the end, you had this vision of God slowly taking an abstract shape out of the clouds, whispering these words of 'believe' to you. I think that whispering is important. It seems tenuous, like faith often seems to us, but it is that baby step of faith that enables us to take the leap into the arms of our comforting God. estory
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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I loved it. You built up some great rhythms and echoing effects in this free verse piece, the voice comes off as tense, swaying in the midst of all the uncertainty of these times. You had great images in it of these hazy, swirling clouds obstructing our vision of the future, the swaying earth, undermining our footing, creating all this uncertainty. Good job with the images and the underlying rhythms of the language to create those effects. then at the end, you had this vision of God slowly taking an abstract shape out of the clouds, whispering these words of 'believe' to you. I think that whispering is important. It seems tenuous, like faith often seems to us, but it is that baby step of faith that enables us to take the leap into the arms of our comforting God. estory
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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estory, I am very honored to receive your six-star review and very thorough comments, we have so little room for despair and without faith hope seems to be a conditional thing out of reach for so many people. Thank you so much!
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
If a person believes in God he is never alone when he feels hopeless. Jesus is with a person 24/7. Hopeless people need to read the Bible and find comfort. The Bible is God's Words to them individually.
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If a person believes in God he is never alone when he feels hopeless. Jesus is with a person 24/7. Hopeless people need to read the Bible and find comfort. The Bible is God's Words to them individually.
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Rebecca, in my work as a Spiritual Director, I find I am called often to be a quite set of ears to listen to the struggles if people who are searching for the Divine in their lives. Always, with an open chair for the Holiest of Holies, always present.
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Great!
Comment from Pantygynt
Thank you so much for the dedication, and for sharing the results of your studies in class not only with us but with the FS community in general. I have watched this surface from beneath its aquatic beginnings through its earth-shaking imagery to the beautiful piece we see here.
I know I haven't said anything about its construction in detail, but all that has been done already, live in class, so you do not need it said again.
I have looked at the other reviews you have had so far and you should be thrilled by them. There would certainly have been more sixes had you been able to post earlier in the week and I am pleased I had one still to ward here.
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Thank you so much for the dedication, and for sharing the results of your studies in class not only with us but with the FS community in general. I have watched this surface from beneath its aquatic beginnings through its earth-shaking imagery to the beautiful piece we see here.
I know I haven't said anything about its construction in detail, but all that has been done already, live in class, so you do not need it said again.
I have looked at the other reviews you have had so far and you should be thrilled by them. There would certainly have been more sixes had you been able to post earlier in the week and I am pleased I had one still to ward here.
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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You are so kind and look forward to our future opportunities to be zooming together. I am so appreciative of your six-stars.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written free verse poem about whispering that comes into ears and tell is to open our cluttered mind and make space and time for the good things that we don't have time for.
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A very well-written free verse poem about whispering that comes into ears and tell is to open our cluttered mind and make space and time for the good things that we don't have time for.
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Thank you so very much Sandra. I appreciate your comments.
Comment from samandlancelot
Jim,
I am so pleased with the final presentation of your lovely poem. I like the comparison of the earthquake and a hundred bells tolling with the broken soul.
I love the change you made from "very" to "bleary." I think it's a more powerful word choice that strengthens your imagery.
It was a pleasure to work through our poetry together.
Take care, my friend.
Patricia
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Jim,
I am so pleased with the final presentation of your lovely poem. I like the comparison of the earthquake and a hundred bells tolling with the broken soul.
I love the change you made from "very" to "bleary." I think it's a more powerful word choice that strengthens your imagery.
It was a pleasure to work through our poetry together.
Take care, my friend.
Patricia
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Patricia, my goodness thank you for these six-stars. I felt I was a true winner being a class of such great people, until the next time. thank you so much! Jim
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Beautiful poetic expressions - Blue-black depths of infinity, I struggle to stand firm on
this roiling, undulating patch of earth.
Thank you for sharing this perfect image of believing.
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Beautiful poetic expressions - Blue-black depths of infinity, I struggle to stand firm on
this roiling, undulating patch of earth.
Thank you for sharing this perfect image of believing.
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Iza thank you for your strong appreciation in my free verse offering
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
Words can do miracle, effect upon hearts, imbues actions, inspires activations, but the muses come with the one key word - believe, believe and believe with positivity for the desired growth; well said, well done; enjoyed the read; thank you for sharing this; keep writing. ALCREATOR
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Words can do miracle, effect upon hearts, imbues actions, inspires activations, but the muses come with the one key word - believe, believe and believe with positivity for the desired growth; well said, well done; enjoyed the read; thank you for sharing this; keep writing. ALCREATOR
Comment Written 20-May-2020
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My dear friend, thank you foe capturing the cornerstone of my free verse offering.
Comment from Mary Furlong
This is beautiful as a graphic image as well as for its literary content. I was especially struck by the fading away whisper of the words 'I believe.' This piece reminded me of a favorite old prayer: "I believe, Lord. Help Thou my unbelief." Well done.
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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This is beautiful as a graphic image as well as for its literary content. I was especially struck by the fading away whisper of the words 'I believe.' This piece reminded me of a favorite old prayer: "I believe, Lord. Help Thou my unbelief." Well done.
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Mary, thank yo I know that wonderful old prayer, it should accompanying this in my chapter book of musings.
Comment from oliver818
This is a very nice poem and I enjoyed reading it. It flows well and I really enjoyed the imagery you used. Thanks for sharing this and have a really great day
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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This is a very nice poem and I enjoyed reading it. It flows well and I really enjoyed the imagery you used. Thanks for sharing this and have a really great day
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Oliver, thank you for your validation on this free verse.
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
This dedicated piece gets one of my coveted sixes for the excellent wording, unique descriptions and the amazing ride you took me on in the very well done free verse piece
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This dedicated piece gets one of my coveted sixes for the excellent wording, unique descriptions and the amazing ride you took me on in the very well done free verse piece
Comment Written 20-May-2020
reply by the author on 20-May-2020
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Barb, I am, HONORED, thank you! Such a special surprise for me. Jim