Comment from BeasPeas

Excellent

Good one. LOL! Many times I have the "whoopsies" and the object hits the floor. All okay as long as it isn't me hitting the floor. I like your new word--"ambilaevous." I think many of us suffer from right not knowing what the left is doing. Marilyn

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2018

Many thanks, Marilyn. Most grateful for the lovely review. Craig

Comment from Gloria ....

Excellent

Oh boy, when you really think about this one, it causes all kinds of problems, but I guess that is the reason why it's linked up with Matthew 6:3. Lucky thing too or I'd still be trying to figure out what is means. ;-)

Great job, Craig and best of luck to you in the contest, as long as it's the right hand contest.

Gloria

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

Thanks very much, Gloria. Most grateful for your comments, as always. It doesn't matter much if I don't win the contest. I would just clumsily spill the spoils everywhere, and never see a cent of it :) Cheers, Craig

Comment from lyenochka

Excellent

Lol. That's a good one. But word is so curious as I found various meanings for it and the alternate spelling of ambilevous. I do think equally left-handed sounds correct (if you're right-handed).

https://www.dictionary.com/browse/ambilevous
Seems to say it's like ambidextrous.

https://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/ambilevous
seems to simply say unable to use both hands with equal dexterity.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

Those medical types always like to make everything as boring as possible, Helen. I like my definition ;-)

Many thanks for the informative review.

Craig

Comment from Mustang Patty

Excellent

Hi, Craig,

LOL! I do believe this is a term that accurately describes me. Despite my ability to create some things - I am sorely bad at simple chores that others do - making ribbons, knitting, crocheting - and it all comes down to my inability to make my hands and fingers do what I want them to do. (Though I type about 100 WPM.)

~patty~

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

You need to spend a little time with my other half, Patty. She is a crafting machine (in spite of being incredibly clumsy when she doesn't have a crochet hook or knitting needle or pot and spoon in her hand!) She can also type at (I think) around 120 wpm at 98+% - in full nails! Then again,she shows no inkling to ever do anything super-creative, like writing ;-) Most grateful, Craig

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

Craig, This is a very well written 5-7-5 poem you have penned for the contest. You used very good words and very good imagery with the art work. I think both of mine are clumsy at times too! Blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

I take comfort from the fact that I'm not the clumsiest person in my household, Teri; but trust me -- that's not saying a lot!

Many thanks for the lovely review :) Craig

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written 5-7-5 poem with a valuable lesson in life. When we do good to others don't look for praises and acknowledgement for your good deeds. God will bless your good deeds hundred fold.

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

Thanks very much, Sandra. Agreed, altruism works best without thought of reward.

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

This is a great way to explain that unusual word, Craig. The picture choice I perfect, too. Good job on the correct syllable count. I like how you tied it to the Bible verse. Thanks for sharing. Jan

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

Thanks so much, Jan. I'm grateful for the kind comments. Craig

Comment from Robbie Yates

Exceptional

Aaah - a truly fantastic poem, and a wonderful word. I admire the way you have drawn the bones of this from the Bible - and then the way you have made it your cheeky own. I truly hope this wins the contest!

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

Thanks for the wonderful reception, Robbie. I'm also extremely grateful for the lovely stars and the generous wishes. Feels like I'm already a winner :) Cheers, Craig

Comment from Y. M. Roger

Excellent

Love it, oh great wordsmith! ;) So straightforward yet it carries just enough depth to make the reader step back and think! ;)

Thanx for sharing and good luck in the contest, sir! :) Yvette ;)

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Sep-2018

Thanks so much, Yvette. I'm very grateful for your kindness. Craig

Comment from kahpot

Excellent

Excellent and I am one who needed the explanation of ambilaevous (thank you) what a very clever 5-7-5 poem very well done, I did notice your artwork, both hands are lefties, my best wishes for your contest****kahpot

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2018

Ah ha! You are observant! I had to change it lol Many thanks :) Craig