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Along the Road

A spiritual poem

14 total reviews 
Comment from EeanBlack
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Okay, I'm shedding a little bit of a tear here. I very much like the line "and colder blew the winds of night," but "He breathed his warmth into the air" is just perfect. I'll repeat it: I wouldn't say I like the strict structure of poetry but, done well, it is beautiful. Very well done.

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 30-Aug-2024
    That truly means a lot, thank you! Xoxo
Comment from Harry Craft
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Awesome! I think this is about God? Am I correct or wrong? It really doesn't matter because it is so good my teeth began to clatter. I really liked the rhyming and the message of the poem! Keep up the good work Jessica!

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 30-Aug-2024
    Thank you so much, Harry. Xoxo
Comment from Nebuli
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I love your use of light and warmth as an extended metaphor for your spirituality. I think it's a common metaphor but you paint a very unique and strong image that you made it your own. I like your alliteration with "s" in the first two lines: it sounds like wind.

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    Thank you so much; I appreciate your encouraging words and perceptive review!
    Xo
    Jessica
Comment from Begin Again
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I've been in that darkness and thought there was no way to return, but yes, if we can hold onto our faith, He will lead us toward the light. BEautiful poem.
Smiles, Carol

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    Thank you, Carol! So very true.
    Xo
    Jess
Comment from Wendy G
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That is a beautiful poem of faith, and if is realistic with the acknowledgment of times when faith falters and the path is dark at times. The rhyme and flow are both excellent. Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    Thank you so much, Wendy!
Comment from nomi338
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James chapter four, verse eight says to draw close to God and he will draw close to you. If you try to maintain a distance between yourself and God asking him for help and guidance will prove to be somewhat difficult. Just a point to consider and remember.

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    Thank you, Nomi, for your always inspiring reviews. Wise words!
    Xo
    Jess
Comment from June Sargent
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We forget at times, when overwhelming problems cause us to lose our balance, that we are not alone and that His hand is always within reach. We just need to reach out to Him for support. Thank you for the reminder.

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    Thank you so much, June. Well said!
    Xo
Comment from LJbutterfly
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This is a beautiful poem of despair and waning faith prior to realizing God is forever present. Your carefully chosen words are filled with honesty, hope, and inspiration. Your artwork depicting hands reaching toward heavenly brightness, intensifies the message of your poem. Best wishes in the contest.

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    I appreciate that so much. Thank you!
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
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What a beautifully expressed and inspiring verse which I enjoyed reading. It flowed well and tells a story of fear and despair turning to love and hope. All this conveyed using the imagery of winter and darkness to drive home your spiritual and revelatory message. Excellent! Well done and good luck! Debbie

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    Thank you, sweet Debbie! Xoxoxo
    Jess
Comment from Alexandra Trovato
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This is an excellent poem for the challenge. I cam certainly relate to this in my own life. This is written well and shares an inspiring story of hope and faith.

Best wishes

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 25-Aug-2024
    Alex, thank you so much for your encouraging words!!!
    Xo
    Jess
reply by Alexandra Trovato on 28-Aug-2024
    Of course. You're welcome, Jess! Alex, ;) xo