In the Eye of the Storm
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.21 total reviews
Comment from gramalot8
I for one appreciate your words,
I have personally been blessed with the help of my Heavenly Father.
He's been with me too many times to count... and I knew during those countless times He was always there to count on for me.
Thanks for sharing your message and good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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I for one appreciate your words,
I have personally been blessed with the help of my Heavenly Father.
He's been with me too many times to count... and I knew during those countless times He was always there to count on for me.
Thanks for sharing your message and good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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I agee. He's been there for me in many a desperate hour. He promises to be with us and to never forsake us. I appreciate your insightful review and good luck wish. John
Comment from Alexandra Trovato
This is an excellent poem of Faith, and presentation. My own beloved dad who passed at 100. spent his life on the sea and was even a merchant marine pow during ww2 who helped his crew escape to the British navy. The image of such choppy seas brings back stories I heard from my dad. Faith in God brought him through every moment and trial of stormy seas, and I have learned to apply that to my life. Good work.
Best wishes,
Alexandra
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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This is an excellent poem of Faith, and presentation. My own beloved dad who passed at 100. spent his life on the sea and was even a merchant marine pow during ww2 who helped his crew escape to the British navy. The image of such choppy seas brings back stories I heard from my dad. Faith in God brought him through every moment and trial of stormy seas, and I have learned to apply that to my life. Good work.
Best wishes,
Alexandra
Comment Written 27-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Alexandra. I'm glad my poem brought back fond memories of your dad who appeared to have a long and memorable life of faith. I come from from a long line of sailors; although I'm the black sheep of the family, having served as a ground pounder in the Army. I appreciate your insightful review and kind words. John
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My brother was a US Marine, so some people do serve on the ground. It's still service and you should be proud. Thank you for serving!
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Great artwork and nice presentation, John.
-A well written poem with effective imagery and rhyme.
-I like the theme of the ship and the storm.
-A good beginning with "raging waves"
and being in the eye of the storm.
-The third verse is like a volta in a sonnet and
I like the reference to your "little ship."
-A very good concluding verse.
-A very good entry; good luck in the contest!
-I like your profile pic, too.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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-Great artwork and nice presentation, John.
-A well written poem with effective imagery and rhyme.
-I like the theme of the ship and the storm.
-A good beginning with "raging waves"
and being in the eye of the storm.
-The third verse is like a volta in a sonnet and
I like the reference to your "little ship."
-A very good concluding verse.
-A very good entry; good luck in the contest!
-I like your profile pic, too.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Pam. Your review was very educational. I had to google 'Volta in a Sonnet' to understand your comment. I appreciate your kind words and good luck wish. The profile pic is of a little cabin couched in the Blue Ridge Mountains. John
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You are welcome, John. I have to look up some words, too, once in a while:) I am glad you appreciated my comments and thanks for sharing about the picture. It looks very nice. I am familiar with the area. My father's side of the family was from VA. He grew up in the western part of the state; I can't think of the town right now.
Comment from Mark Jackson
That is an interesting take on the eye of the storm, I have always seen it as the period where you sit in your already stricken ship waiting for the inevitable. I noticed that you used a contraction for watery which drew my attention to your use of syllables. This was interesting usually a syllable count is in a pattern as yours is but I have not seen this 8,8,9,9 used before. An all-together intriguing poem written with style and grace.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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That is an interesting take on the eye of the storm, I have always seen it as the period where you sit in your already stricken ship waiting for the inevitable. I noticed that you used a contraction for watery which drew my attention to your use of syllables. This was interesting usually a syllable count is in a pattern as yours is but I have not seen this 8,8,9,9 used before. An all-together intriguing poem written with style and grace.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Mark. I was wondering if anyone would pick up on my syllable count and usage. You covered the waterfront with your astute and comprehensive review, which is much appreciated. John
Comment from Douglas Goff
This is very good, John. The picture is somewhat mesmerizing and fits your piece well. Plus the color-scheme is a nice fit.
Good job on the My Faith Poetry entry. Good luck!
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reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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This is very good, John. The picture is somewhat mesmerizing and fits your piece well. Plus the color-scheme is a nice fit.
Good job on the My Faith Poetry entry. Good luck!
D
Comment Written 27-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, D. I appreciate your kind words and good luck wish.
John
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
It's all in perspective isn't it? I have faith in a great many things. I trust and I love. I am unable to understand how some folks think these things are unnecessary. Good writing. Karen
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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It's all in perspective isn't it? I have faith in a great many things. I trust and I love. I am unable to understand how some folks think these things are unnecessary. Good writing. Karen
Comment Written 27-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Karen. Your words are so prophetic and true. Why people lack such understanding is beyond me. Maybe as God's word says, they don't have eyes to see or ears to hear. I appreciate your review. John
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Some folks still think that if we wish hard enough they won't have to actually put in any actual work to get things done.
Have a good week. Karen
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Staying in the eye of the storm might be easier than leaving it and you created a dangerous and tricky situation here John, does this ship make a run for it and risk capsizing? Have faith in the run. A fun post, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Staying in the eye of the storm might be easier than leaving it and you created a dangerous and tricky situation here John, does this ship make a run for it and risk capsizing? Have faith in the run. A fun post, love Dolly x
Comment Written 27-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Absolutely, it does, Dolly! With God at the helm and Christ's watery footsteps as a guide, there's no way it will sink. I appreciate your review. John
Comment from Ginda Simpson
This is an exquisitely written poem, well deserving of six stars that I unfortunately don't have to give you. Your rhyming is flawless, but it is the message that is perfect in every way.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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This is an exquisitely written poem, well deserving of six stars that I unfortunately don't have to give you. Your rhyming is flawless, but it is the message that is perfect in every way.
Comment Written 26-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Ginda. Your kind words and sweet review mean more to me thank six stars. Blessings. John
Comment from Brenda Strauser
This is a beautiful poem. I enjoyed reading it. I liked some of the words you used such as: His unseen footprints will be my guide. God does guide us in the right direction. Good luck in the contest. Great job!
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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This is a beautiful poem. I enjoyed reading it. I liked some of the words you used such as: His unseen footprints will be my guide. God does guide us in the right direction. Good luck in the contest. Great job!
Comment Written 26-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Brenda. Thank you so much for your kind review and good luck wish. John
Comment from Natureschild
This poem is beautifully written while being a touching reminder of the power of belief to navigate life's storms with courage and hope. You have created a striking contrast between the chaos of rough seas and the calm in the eye of the storm. The rhythmic flow and rhyme scheme enhance the poem's readability and lend a sense of the rhythm of the waves. - I enjoyed reading it. - Terry
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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This poem is beautifully written while being a touching reminder of the power of belief to navigate life's storms with courage and hope. You have created a striking contrast between the chaos of rough seas and the calm in the eye of the storm. The rhythmic flow and rhyme scheme enhance the poem's readability and lend a sense of the rhythm of the waves. - I enjoyed reading it. - Terry
Comment Written 26-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Terry. Your review strikes a poetic tone in itself, and you mentioned something in the photo that escaped me. I didn't notice the rhythmic pattern of the waves, which is a very astute observation. Thank you for that and your overall positive review. John
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You are very welcome John. I must thank you in return for your great evaluation of my review. xx Terry
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It was my honor, Terry. As you, I value the reviews I can learn from and teach me things about my work I didn't know. Thanks again, John
