And Then I Blinked
This wasn't supposed to happen so fast93 total reviews
Comment from Joanne Gill-Maddick
This is a beautifully written poem. And so true. I recall being 13 and thinking 30 was old. Now I'm in my 50s and wonder where the time went. And don't think of myself as old. ð???. Don't blink. Good analogy so true.
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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This is a beautifully written poem. And so true. I recall being 13 and thinking 30 was old. Now I'm in my 50s and wonder where the time went. And don't think of myself as old. ð???. Don't blink. Good analogy so true.
Comment Written 04-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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Joanne, I can't thank you enough for your very generous six star review and your kind words! You are an Angel, as you've given me such great feedback as well, in the past!
I am so thankful that God has put you & other wonderful friends and fellow authors in my life! God Bless!
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Your so welcome 🙂
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
Such a wonderful story of a lifetime of love, marriage, children, grandchildren . . . I'm sure many of us read this and see our own lives. I loved the line about thinking our parents extinct - my husband and I were just saying that we are at the age now that we thought our parents were "old".
Great read - thank you.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Such a wonderful story of a lifetime of love, marriage, children, grandchildren . . . I'm sure many of us read this and see our own lives. I loved the line about thinking our parents extinct - my husband and I were just saying that we are at the age now that we thought our parents were "old".
Great read - thank you.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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! Thank you my friend, for the kind review & the lovely comments!
You are always so sweet! I always respect your wonderful work, so it's truly a delightful complement hearing it from you!
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Thank you!
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Hahaha! I have to respond to this one two years later. Funny how we barely knew each other then. But it was kind of fun to jump into an old review and say hi.
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Hahaha! I have to respond to this one two years later. Funny how we barely knew each other then. But it was kind of fun to jump into an old review and say hi.
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Oops, I pressed save too many times.
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Because one can't have too many replies from DPM, she hits the send button twice:-)
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Or is it three times that you hit the "save" button, lol?!
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' Hey I missed you!
Comment from Carlos' girl
I like this poem it has a pretty good metre and flows in an almost musical way like a story in a song. Your author's nite help tie it together. The rhyme is also pretty consistent and even. Nice work.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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I like this poem it has a pretty good metre and flows in an almost musical way like a story in a song. Your author's nite help tie it together. The rhyme is also pretty consistent and even. Nice work.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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! Thank you my friend, for the kind review & comments!
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You're welcome Ms. Marquette!
Comment from jenintorre
Congratulations on your win. It is so well deserved. I love this poem and can so relate to it. It was such a joy to read. What a great last line.
Best wishes. Jen.
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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Congratulations on your win. It is so well deserved. I love this poem and can so relate to it. It was such a joy to read. What a great last line.
Best wishes. Jen.
Comment Written 02-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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Jen, you are so sweet and thoughtful! I truly appreciate your review and kind comments! Thanks again!
Comment from BLACKTITANIUM86
I like the rhyme scheme in this poem. For, it has substance. Nevertheless, I thought It could have used a little more creativity. But I loved it nonetheless. Therefore, your sitting on the stars. Keep Writng
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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I like the rhyme scheme in this poem. For, it has substance. Nevertheless, I thought It could have used a little more creativity. But I loved it nonetheless. Therefore, your sitting on the stars. Keep Writng
Comment Written 02-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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And nonetheless, I am so very grateful for your kind review and feedback!
Both equally appreciated! Thank you my friend!
Comment from LisaMay
Congratulations on your win with this well-expressed poem. It is personal but it is an encouragement to all readers to appreciate every stage of our lives. I am sure having Jesus walking by our sides helps us cope with difficult situations.
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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Congratulations on your win with this well-expressed poem. It is personal but it is an encouragement to all readers to appreciate every stage of our lives. I am sure having Jesus walking by our sides helps us cope with difficult situations.
Comment Written 02-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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Thank you so much for your kind review & your lovely words regarding the contest. I truly am excited and can't wait to write more!
Take care & God Bless!'
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Comment from Eugenette Morin
A beautiful poem celebrating the passing of life and how fast we go from blink to blink. I felt like our lives spoke to each other through experience, I too, am a young grandma! ð???
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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A beautiful poem celebrating the passing of life and how fast we go from blink to blink. I felt like our lives spoke to each other through experience, I too, am a young grandma! ð???
Comment Written 01-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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First of all, I love your name! Thank you so much for the very kind review and lovely encouraging words. I love hearing that so many grandmas feel the same as I do about their grandbabes! Thanks again Eugenette & God Bless!
Comment from Kit Nongkhlaw
Congratulations!!! You deserve to win this contest with this most sublime poem. I really like these lines, With all the changes in my life,
Wisdom grows each time I think. Lord, help me wait a little while,
Before it's time again to Blink!! When you turn to the Lord, you will never be disappointed, Kit
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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Congratulations!!! You deserve to win this contest with this most sublime poem. I really like these lines, With all the changes in my life,
Wisdom grows each time I think. Lord, help me wait a little while,
Before it's time again to Blink!! When you turn to the Lord, you will never be disappointed, Kit
Comment Written 01-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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That is so true, Kit! I thank you for your very kind review & comments about the contest! This is such an awesome feeling to have the time for me now & follow my passion and being a part so many creative & talented people.
Thank you again Kit & God Bless!
Comment from LJbutterfly
I will start this review with my favorite line in your poem. "I'm soon the age my parents were, when I thought they were extinct." I also like the statement that says life won't let you rehearse. I'm now older than my mother was when she passed, and your poem made me stop and remember the many "blinks" in my life. Your poem is thought-provoking and your notes provide a necessary message. Best wishes in the contest.
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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I will start this review with my favorite line in your poem. "I'm soon the age my parents were, when I thought they were extinct." I also like the statement that says life won't let you rehearse. I'm now older than my mother was when she passed, and your poem made me stop and remember the many "blinks" in my life. Your poem is thought-provoking and your notes provide a necessary message. Best wishes in the contest.
Comment Written 01-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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Oh my goodness, I used to be haunted with the feeling that I would die at 63; the age my mother was when she died of pancreatic cancer. I know exactly how that feels, as I am 67 now & lol, hoping not to blink anytime soon!
So thank you for your lovely review & you are so very kind. The contest is over now, so my identity is no longer hidden! I invite you to read, "Her Loving Touch" that I wrote for her on my first Mother's Day w/o her. I have a feeling you will be able to relate! Did your mom die of ovarian cancer? And can I ask how old she was? .........And once again, thank you for the awesome review!
God Bless!
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Hi Debi, My mom died at age 73 after being hospitalized with a stroke. The day she had the stroke, we had been out together shopping and stopped at a restaurant. That evening my sister called to check on her, and her speech was slurred. My sister took her to the hospital and she never left. When I turned 73, I was terrified the entire year. I'm over it now. God is good.
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She too was young! Losing your mom is so hard & you have my deepest sympathy!
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this writing prompt entry with us. I enjoyed reading and I agree. Don't Blink! I do understand your author's notes. I raised four boys, the only way I survived is on my knees in prayers.
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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Thank you for sharing this writing prompt entry with us. I enjoyed reading and I agree. Don't Blink! I do understand your author's notes. I raised four boys, the only way I survived is on my knees in prayers.
Comment Written 01-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 01-Apr-2022
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Hahaha! I'm sorry, but that comment was priceless! Thank you for your kind review, as I truly appreciate it! You made my day with both, as I'm still chuckling! God Bless you & yours!