You have never been that "horror guy" to me- well maybe borderline, but you do step to this side as in the poem so well stated. I am dropping out of Fanstory for a while and not sure when I will be back. Regards and Best Wishes - Alan
Hi Dean, this is a fine spiritual poem where you're pouring out your heart. I'm so happy for you that you've found strength in your belief. A beautifully written poem. All the best. Ulla:))
This is a great faith poem Dean. I think it might come out the winner. Your meter and rhyme were well done and the message sincere and strong. Well done my friend. X Nancy
Hi Dean. I'm sitting here waiting for church to begin, and came to your portfolio to review the poem I had promised I'd review Sunday. But I saw this and read it first...
I have never considered you an anomaly because I've always believed Christians do not belong in boxes. We are all unique with differing gifts and callings and methods of expressing our devotion. Having said that, may I say your poem is so moving and beautifully written, I could barely get through it all for the tears blurring my vision. Far from cramming faith down people's throat, your words give encouragement and help and a beautiful blessing to those who choose to read them... And I am blessed to have discovered this magnificently written poem this Sunday morning. Thank you for breaking out of your "box" now and then. It is lovely to see. I consider the poem perfect in every way. MM
Thanks for your notes. I agree that many of the religious-themed poems can be overly forceful. I've found others beautifully written and inspiring. Your is definitely in the second group.
I encourage you to continue sharing poems of any topic that you want. No one is compelled to read all the poems on the site, or to finish a poem after the first stanza.
Your poem is a great example of style and therefore very worthy of being read. It's up to the reader to take away the influence of style, and to choose to embrace or set aside the message.
Your interactions on this site is one of the great benefits of membership on this site. Keep writing and keep inspiring us--through ability or through message.
I don't see this side of you pop out all that often, but over the years I've had the pleasure a few times, and it's always nice to know that you aren't just the horror guy. LOL! Thanks for sharing another of your fine poems. :-)
A well-written faith poetry contest entry. Your well-chosen words flowed nicely line to line combining easily and forming the message of the poem for the reader. Good luck in the contest. Well done.