Survive and Thrive
Being in a destructive place does not have to break you.13 total reviews
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That is so sad. I do hope your son-in-law grows up and starts treating your daughter with the respect and love she deserves. I'm sure you have said this prayer to God many times. I add a prayer hoping He will help. Well done, this is a sad, but wonderful message to God. Good luck in the contest. :) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2020
That is so sad. I do hope your son-in-law grows up and starts treating your daughter with the respect and love she deserves. I'm sure you have said this prayer to God many times. I add a prayer hoping He will help. Well done, this is a sad, but wonderful message to God. Good luck in the contest. :) Sandra xx
Comment Written 27-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2020
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Thank you, Sandra, for your kind words, your review, and especially your prayer. Yes, I pray this almost daily. God bless and happy holidays to you.
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is a hopeful prayer. The writer does not want things forhim/her self, but for a loved one. Admirable! The notes put the letter into context, which is necessary, although I don't understand why these words couldn't have been placed in the actual letter.
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2020
This is a hopeful prayer. The writer does not want things forhim/her self, but for a loved one. Admirable! The notes put the letter into context, which is necessary, although I don't understand why these words couldn't have been placed in the actual letter.
Comment Written 27-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2020
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Thank you for your review and kind words. To be honest, I did not even consider putting my notes in my letter. I figured that Jesus already knew what I was talking about and I was writing to Him. that was a mistake. I forgot that Jesus was not my only audience for this prayer. Thank you again.
Comment from Liz O'Neill
I like how you use metaphors to communicate the pain you are noticing in your daughter and in yourself as you feel so helpless. Power and powerlessness is the crux of the problem. I may have told you this before. I was an advocate for victims for 30+ years. It must break your heart to be able to nothing except prayer. Sometimes the prayer is for our own sanity and strength. Here is the link to my web page:
https://www.angelfire.com/vt/rcwn/
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2020
I like how you use metaphors to communicate the pain you are noticing in your daughter and in yourself as you feel so helpless. Power and powerlessness is the crux of the problem. I may have told you this before. I was an advocate for victims for 30+ years. It must break your heart to be able to nothing except prayer. Sometimes the prayer is for our own sanity and strength. Here is the link to my web page:
https://www.angelfire.com/vt/rcwn/
Comment Written 27-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2020
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Thank you for your compassionate words and for reading my prayer. I think it is harder to be a parent once your children become adults. Thank you for the website resource also. I am going to check it out later today.
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If you have any questions or want to discuss anything or vent, I am here.
Liz
Comment from equestrik
This write is beautiful in your expressions of love and concern for your daughter. I have a 19 year old granddaughter so I know the absolute love in your heart for her.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
This write is beautiful in your expressions of love and concern for your daughter. I have a 19 year old granddaughter so I know the absolute love in your heart for her.
Comment Written 26-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you! There is no love as powerful and unique as the love for your child or grandchild.
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Thank you! There is no love as powerful and unique as the love for your child or grandchild.
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Thank you! There is no love as powerful and unique as the love for your child or grandchild.
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Thank you! There is no love as powerful and unique as the love for your child or grandchild.
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Thank you! There is no love as powerful and unique as the love for your child or grandchild.
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So very true!
Comment from Wendy G
What a wonderful tribute to your daughter and her strength, and your faith. This is a well-written piece from an aching heart, and I pray that your prayer will be answered in that she is kept safe and strong. Blessings.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
What a wonderful tribute to your daughter and her strength, and your faith. This is a well-written piece from an aching heart, and I pray that your prayer will be answered in that she is kept safe and strong. Blessings.
Comment Written 26-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you for reading and reviewing my work. Most of all, thank you for your prayers. Hugs and God bless.
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Thank you for reading and reviewing my work. Most of all, thank you for your prayers. Hugs and God bless.
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Thank you for reading and reviewing my work. Most of all, thank you for your prayers. Hugs and God bless.
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Thank you for reading and reviewing my work. Most of all, thank you for your prayers. Hugs and God bless.
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Thank you for reading and reviewing my work. Most of all, thank you for your prayers. Hugs and God bless.
Comment from lyenochka
What a poetic prayer! I love that you compare your daughter to an evergreen tree which knows how to adapt to the environment and still thrive. What a wise mom you are to know you can trust God for your daughter's decisions.
Best wishes in the contest!
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
What a poetic prayer! I love that you compare your daughter to an evergreen tree which knows how to adapt to the environment and still thrive. What a wise mom you are to know you can trust God for your daughter's decisions.
Best wishes in the contest!
Comment Written 26-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you for your review! I appreciate the nice words. Jesus has always been there for me, and I know that He will help me and consequently, my daughter. Thank you again, and God bless you.
Comment from RetroStarfish
This is heartfelt, heart-wrenching and well written.
"She is an example of life that breaks through the darkness, strong and stubborn, wise and moral and good."
I enjoyed reading this piece and wish you luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
This is heartfelt, heart-wrenching and well written.
"She is an example of life that breaks through the darkness, strong and stubborn, wise and moral and good."
I enjoyed reading this piece and wish you luck in the contest.
Comment Written 26-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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thank you so much for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate it and you. God bless.
Comment from jenintorre
I can identify with this prayer as my daughter has exactly the same qualities that you mention but does not realize it. I wish you lots of luck in the competition. Best wishes. Jen.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
I can identify with this prayer as my daughter has exactly the same qualities that you mention but does not realize it. I wish you lots of luck in the competition. Best wishes. Jen.
Comment Written 26-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you, Jen, for reading my work. Wouldn't it be great if our children knew how wonderful they were?
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Such a beautiful lyrical poem of your daughter and the aspiration to be like the evergreen: "Like the Evergreen, You also created her
To thrive in the harshest of environments, bending without breaking in the most wicked of wins... Maturing in the most terrible of temperatures.." Thank you for sharing and good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
Such a beautiful lyrical poem of your daughter and the aspiration to be like the evergreen: "Like the Evergreen, You also created her
To thrive in the harshest of environments, bending without breaking in the most wicked of wins... Maturing in the most terrible of temperatures.." Thank you for sharing and good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 26-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 26-Dec-2020
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Thank you for your kind words and comments. I pray that my daughter sees herself the same way that I see her. Blessings to you.
Comment from DonandVicki
I can feel the passion in your letter/ prayer to our Lord Jesus for your daughter. I pray with you that your daughter is strong and I know that our Lord is with her.
reply by the author on 25-Dec-2020
I can feel the passion in your letter/ prayer to our Lord Jesus for your daughter. I pray with you that your daughter is strong and I know that our Lord is with her.
Comment Written 25-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 25-Dec-2020
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Thank you so much for your kind words about my writing, but especially thank you for your prayers. Blessings to you. Hugs.