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Here is one of my spiritual poems. It was a big realization for me when I discovered this Oneness. Thought I would share it.

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Just a mythological tale loosely related to the real story of the creation and beyond.

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Mariah honors what would have been her mother's 50th birthday by helping a stranger. This is just a little story I wrote. Any comments are appreciated.

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Here's a little short I made last year as part of a writing prompt. I just want to know if its something that grabs your attention? Since we're past Dec 2012, do you think it would no longer be worth expanding upon?

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This is a poem about a spiritual person who feels lost and finding their way back to the Lord and Lady. I am Wiccan, so this is targeted more toward Pagans. I'm looking for general opinions and critiques. Thanks.

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This is a Wiccan poem I write about celebrating Samhain. Samhain happens around October 31st and is the third harvest festival in our wheel of the year. We honor our lord, which is symbolized by the Stag. I'm looking just for general opinions and how it flows.

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In an unlikely venue, a nebbish scores new insight. Does this have the kernel of a larger piece?

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‘Nobody’ knew when ‘Everybody’ stepped away as ‘Somebody’ staggered through the streets. ‘Nobody’ cared that ‘Everybody’ knew why ‘Somebody’ was stumbling and falling down. 'Nobody’ said a word when ‘Everybody’ just watched ‘Somebody’ crawling on the ground. ‘Anybody’ found out about ‘Everybody’ choosing not to help because ‘Nobody’ wanted ‘Somebody’ around. However, ‘Nobody’ could not believe that 'Everybody' never saw 'Anybody' help 'Somebody' who had fallen down. {Any feedback will be highly appreciated and applied.}

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This has religious overtones. So, if you don't like religion, then don't read it. You are forewarned ahead of time. :) I am reminded of Michael Jackson's "Heal the World, Make it a Better Place" song, which was really awesome. We all have to pull together to make the insanity of these killing sprees stop. As a lawyer, I see a lot of new laws coming about because of all the shootings we've been having. Laws that you and I have to live with. Laws that may or may not work or even have an impact. It begs the question, why not do what is needed to prevent these acts in the first place? Can't we make this world a better place? Can we please address mental health, bullying, and the effects of alcohol, drugs, divorce, family violence and other hardships on the children and grandchildren whose parents and grandparents put them through these things? Can we do something to help these people and their famillies before they become so angry and hurt on the inside that it just comes out in rage? Like Max K. said, I'm mad. I went to the theater last night and was actually afraid to go. Two more shootings in Alabama today. Life is hard and we need God in our lives. We need to learn how to keep our families together and love one another. I don't mean to point any fingers. Life has been hard for me, too. I include myself in needing to change to make this world a better place. Let's "stand firm" and demand society to let God back in! Maybe if this young man had known God and His love for him, maybe . . . just maybe this would not have happened. I'd love some feedback . . . what do you think? Is anybody with me on this?

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This is my work of Christian non-fiction. It is a path God has shown me to follow to help those of us with wounded hearts learn to heal and find our love for the Lord again, as well as find true happiness.

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Memories of ocean experiences came to me while reading Odin's poem Continuance. I've only seen the Atlantic, from different shores. Swimming in it is a fantastic experience. Sometimes it's colder than ice, sometimes it's warmer than soup. It warms up some countries, freezes others. We need to care about it. I think this is a villanelle but I wasn't trying to write one. It just sort of came out that way.

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I've been away far too long. Sometimes life is far too difficult. Hopefully my muse is back for awhile. I don't have an introduction for this poem. It is my hope the words it is built from will provide. Thanks in advance for taking time to read it.

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Poetry about self-inflicted wounds reminds me of religious pain seekers who want to suffer to appease their idea of an angry God.

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Okay, this is my thought experiment on the shortest short story possible. Obviously you won't get any points for reviewing since this intro is much longer than the story itself, but should you like to give your impression or interpretation, anything that comes to your mind, I would appreciate it. Does it satisfy the standard of a beginning, middle, and end for a story? Character? Emotion? Drama? I suppose I could have done this in the forums, but wanted to test the waters here. Thanks. Vern

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This has a numbing affect. Let me know what you think . . . Humbly, Radley

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I decided to be brave and post the lyrics to a song I recently wrote. I know the timing is off and the words don’t always flow the way I’d like them to flow. But, I’m too close to it and can’t see what or where or how I can make the changes it needs to make it work. So, I’m hoping you can give me some ideas. All comments are welcome. It is done in a ballad form. I hear Willie Nelson’s voice in my head when I sing it. Hopefully, that will give you an idea of the “sound” and flow I’m looking for. It is a story of theft and deception and then victory and redemption.

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The Kreutz Family Christmas varies only slightly each year... until now.

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Hello . . . this is a song I wrote. It's as close to poetry that I'll probably ever get. Please let me know what you think. Any comments welcome.

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The truth can be a painful piece of information to give another human being, but with it a gift from God is waiting.

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Written from a place you might recognize...

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Faith is the substance of things hoped for but the evidence of things unseen. Faith moves us or it removes us. Anything you say will not be held against you so say what you feel.

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Let me know what you think. All comments are appreciated.

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I am looking for comments from the Christian community on this one. I have posted the story without the Christian slant for anyone outside the Christian community. Any and all comments are appreciated. Also, I'd like to enter this into a contest. Does anyone know of any contests that would be appropriate for this story? I am also looking for an agent and/or publisher. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thank you so much! Radley

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This is a very short story but one that is fitting for children, teens, and adults of all ages . . . for the little ones, it is a story about the unconditional love and kindness that they get from their grandparents, but for those of us who are older, this simple message has much deeper meaning as we go through the trials of life. I hope you enjoy it and I will appreciate any feedback you may have on it. Thank you - Radley

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Perfecting heaven.

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In the beginning of time, the serpent tempted Eve and caused the fall of man. When Job was tempted, Satan walked to a from the earth seeking whom he may devour. This time he slithers in the form of an Anaconda seeking christians to attack. They must fight the good fight for salvation.

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This work is an attempt to explore the emotions and questions that arise from human tragedy. It raises the questions, but not the answers. While the questions raised are specific to a situation, similar questions are eventually asked by all. //God is defined in the broadest sense--and I hope it causes thoughtful introspection only. There is also a bit of "Eastern Philosophy" in this, as we are all affected by our experiences--and I spent 19 years in Japan and four of my seven children were born there.// A thought to consider; mustn't God loves us all?(regardless of our specific religion, or lack thereof). This is the first in a the first in a series of poems designed to provoke thought.

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This suicide poem of a Samurai is an attempt to underscore the cultural differences between western culture and eastern culture. The west is largely Christian. In Japan Christians amount to less than 3%. The culture is largely agnostic--Buddhism and Shintoism are the primary 'religions' although they are more philosophies than religions.//Imagine not believing in a supreme being and contemplating the end of your life as an absolute ending, by your own hand?//This poem is the creation of the author's imagination and is not at all authentic. I'm not Japanese but I've lived in Japan for nineteen years over a thirty five year period from the mid fifties to the late eighties. I graduated from a Japanese grade school in 1964.//The Japanese have a deep sense of honor. They are particularly sensitive to anything that reflects negatively on themselves, their family or their company. Most suicides in Japan are over issues of honor.//Personally, I'll never forget receiving a hand delivered wedding invitation on Monday, only to have it have it retrieved the following Monday, because the father of the bride opposed the marriage, and executed his wife, son and daughter with a Samurai sword, and then took his own life. The groom was the President of a large Japanese distribution company.//This poem, and many other cultural differences and nuances, are what inspired me to write the novel Executive Samurai.

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Where we are in any given moment is exactly where God wants us to be. Often we pray for things that ultimatelty will not make us happy. It's those unanswered prayers that become the greatest gift. This is a Thanksgiving prayer of gratitude.

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Seeking an ending to a tale of woe

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Part 2 - the conclusion of the story. Ryan Carelli is dead. The problem is, he doesn't know why he died - or how, or when. The answers are held by the Guardians. With their help his memories are eventually restored. And, when they are, Ryan discovers the shocking truth - not only about his life and death, but also about the nature of his soul

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Ryan Carelli is dead. The problem is, he doesn't know why he died - or how, or when. The answers are held by the Guardians. With their help his memories are eventually restored. And, when they are, Ryan discovers the shocking truth - not only about his life and death, but also about the nature of his soul.

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There's always tomorrow, or so we think. What if there wasn't. What would matter to you today and would you share your thoughts with those you love?

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I’m reposting this in light of the recent Oil debacle.

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Cling to Christ.

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A journey into a hidden closet reveals a true source.

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This is just to provoke thought.

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First attempt at publishing a book of any kind.I know I'll need a lot of help so i am askingthis from my greatest help and best friend, my Lord . Also appreciate any and all help from you all. All reviews are welcomed.Not so sure whether this one was that bad or just missed thought would try once more as it seems poems at times fly by without being noticed

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The Cloud hovers 6,000 feet in the center of Las Vegas. Lightning rumbles through the darkened cloud as The Watcher reacts to what he sees going on in Vegas. He calls for its destruction like he had in Egypt, Sodom and Gomorrah. But to do so the archangel Michael will have to get permission from God allow it.

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Presently going through some health problems and seeking answers to the unknown answers, all reviews are welcomed.

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Foiled again! Why does God keep on testing me, doesn't he know my track record already.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR YOU ALL!!! May all those words make sense...

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This one is for all of you guys and girls who have had such a positive effect on not only my writing life but my personal also as I feel I am a better writer and person because of the care and help expressed and given on this site .QAll reviews are welcomed but not asked for as this is for you al Thanks so so much Ray

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In this world of trouble I believe that without the Lord we are doomed with little,I mean with no hope for now or the after either .I full realize there are those with different believes, this is not meant to be an offense but it is my belief. All reviews are welcomed

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This was just something that sort of wrote itself. I sat down at the computer with no real ideas in mind and just started typing. This was the result. Enjoy.

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