Heart Cafted Poems - 2020
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Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written poem about a grandchild with autism that us a mental condition that cannot be prevented or cured but to live with it and make it be best of the patient's abilities.
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2020
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A very well-written poem about a grandchild with autism that us a mental condition that cannot be prevented or cured but to live with it and make it be best of the patient's abilities.
Comment Written 09-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2020
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Sandra, thank you!
Comment from Joanne Gill-Maddick
Such beautiful writing to depict autism. It brought tears to my eyes. Very moving. I have a grandson that was diagnosed with autism this year. The things that he builds with Legos is nothing short of amazing. Really hits home.
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Such beautiful writing to depict autism. It brought tears to my eyes. Very moving. I have a grandson that was diagnosed with autism this year. The things that he builds with Legos is nothing short of amazing. Really hits home.
Comment Written 09-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2020
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Joanne, my heart and prayers go out in full force to you and your family and especially your grandson! I hope that many doors are open for him to thrive with boundless possibilities!
Comment from Pearl Edwards
You give us the sense of both sides of being 'on the spectrum' for your grandson, his fear, and your tears of emotion as John finds his passion in Lego. Thanks for sharing, and good luck in the contest.
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You give us the sense of both sides of being 'on the spectrum' for your grandson, his fear, and your tears of emotion as John finds his passion in Lego. Thanks for sharing, and good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 09-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2020
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Pearl thank you very much!
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Hello anon, this is a lovely poem Grandpa. Your little grandson John will be just fine - he is just marching to the beat of his own drum. Your loving words in this poem are very moving and show how much John means to you. I have a nephew, a young man now, but similar to John and he has opened his own business now. As a boy I marvelled that he played the piano and never ever had a lesson in piano playing. There's a place for us all in this world - good luck to John. Warm regards Dorothy x
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Hello anon, this is a lovely poem Grandpa. Your little grandson John will be just fine - he is just marching to the beat of his own drum. Your loving words in this poem are very moving and show how much John means to you. I have a nephew, a young man now, but similar to John and he has opened his own business now. As a boy I marvelled that he played the piano and never ever had a lesson in piano playing. There's a place for us all in this world - good luck to John. Warm regards Dorothy x
Comment Written 09-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2020
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Dorothy, yes John will be just fine! I am pleased your nephew has thrived. These gifted people are placed in our midst so we can live miracles ourselves.
Comment from Eternal Muse
A great rendition of the contest. This has a wonderful creative imagery, visuals, word choices and I love the message. Thank you for your research on Autism.
I wish you luck in the contest with this entry.
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A great rendition of the contest. This has a wonderful creative imagery, visuals, word choices and I love the message. Thank you for your research on Autism.
I wish you luck in the contest with this entry.
Comment Written 09-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2020
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Eternal Muse the world of Autism is one that presents many untold stories of families that find themselves in place with more questions than answers and more unknowns than that which is known - today Autism is reaching far deeper into our society with cost that will be become shocking to all.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
It is a strange world for these autistic children and these poor kids require a lot of understanding and care so that they can adjust in society. Learning to navigate this world is hard enough, but for these kids it is even tougher, your poem explains in detail how they suffer, a fine write, love Dolly x
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It is a strange world for these autistic children and these poor kids require a lot of understanding and care so that they can adjust in society. Learning to navigate this world is hard enough, but for these kids it is even tougher, your poem explains in detail how they suffer, a fine write, love Dolly x
Comment Written 09-Sep-2020
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Dolly, the world of Autism is one that presents many untold stories of families that find themselves in place with more questions than answers and more unknowns than that which is known - today Autism is reaching far deeper into our society with cost that will be become shocking to all.
Comment from Jasmine Girl
I'm sorry about your grandson John but you should be proud of him. Many people with ASD have special talent like John. They went ahead and became a super talent for the society.
My mother has mental illness and she made me a writer because writing helped me to overcome the miserable life she caused me.
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I'm sorry about your grandson John but you should be proud of him. Many people with ASD have special talent like John. They went ahead and became a super talent for the society.
My mother has mental illness and she made me a writer because writing helped me to overcome the miserable life she caused me.
Comment Written 09-Sep-2020
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Lisa, My heart goes out to you in grand proportion! When we are thrown into the stew of life -- many of us must be creative to survive. I very much relate.
Comment from LisaMay
What difficulties families must face when this condition's behaviours needs to be accommodated. You've written a heartfelt poem with the voice of experience. May John be OK in the world as himself.
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What difficulties families must face when this condition's behaviours needs to be accommodated. You've written a heartfelt poem with the voice of experience. May John be OK in the world as himself.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2020
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LisaMAy, thank you for the well wishes for John, I pray everyday that his world will be first and foremost safe and that he will find that place where his special gifts will be tapped into as all children with Autism have such gifts the world needs to have evolve.
Comment from Chelle_GH
The love for a grandson and God's creation. Yes, God's love can do wonders. Your composition is so heart warming. Wishing you all the best for the contest..
And prayers for you, your family & grandson.
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The love for a grandson and God's creation. Yes, God's love can do wonders. Your composition is so heart warming. Wishing you all the best for the contest..
And prayers for you, your family & grandson.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2020
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Chelle, prayers are warmly accepted and thank you!
Comment from Boogienights
I'm glad that your Grandson is doing well.The fact that he has other gifts that he can do well, is proof that God watches over him. You are a wonderful Grandma. Thank you for sharing your story and his.
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I'm glad that your Grandson is doing well.The fact that he has other gifts that he can do well, is proof that God watches over him. You are a wonderful Grandma. Thank you for sharing your story and his.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2020
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Thank you so much!