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In Our Father's Hands

You were curled within a world of warmth,
serenely sucking your thumb.
You listened to your mother's heartbeat,
unable to imagine the trials to come.

This morning just a passenger,
not much to do but sleep.
Tonight, you lie behind cold glass,
and we pray the Lord your soul to keep.

The world would say the chance is slim--
that so much could go wrong.
But our faith does not depend on them,
but the One who's held you all along.

The power of death is inevitable,
it takes us sooner or later.
But tonight, your family rests in this;
your Father's power is greater.

Author notes

"I feel, I love, therefore I live."

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  • PoetryStar2
    April 14, 2008
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    this is really good but sad and true i love u sis


  • Hebz
    March 14, 2008
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    Well Done!

    Thnx for entering & Best of luck

    GloriousGift
    Heba


  • Perception
    March 3, 2008

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    woooow... I really liked this one. The flow was amazing, and the rhymes are perfect.... I love what you said in these few lines, and how you said it... It was so beautiful... yet said so much...

    Wonderful job... this is truly amazing what you have penned here...


  • faithwhisperer silver member
    March 3, 2008

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    This really strikes a chord with me, as I also lost a nephew this past summer, and it was really sad. But, like you, I realized I would see him again in the next life, and I am glad you are finding comfort from that.


  • I will stand by you
    March 3, 2008
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    I'm sorry for your loss. At least the world had her for a little while.


  • valtm
    March 3, 2008
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    i loved the "signing" voice this poem! really enjoyed it


  • Biciaksr
    March 3, 2008

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    so inspirational

    I can truly relate to this poem because I have a family member dying from terminal cancer rite now and all we can do is rest assured that God is great and will make things happen in the best way...I especially lovee how your poem ends - "But tonight, your family rests in this; your Father's power is greater." Good luck and I will pray for your niece n hope she is still with us.


  • Uniquely-Scarred
    March 3, 2008

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    Aww this brings a tear, a heartfelt poem indeed although im not a bielever, your words struc a chord, and i hope all is well soon

    love and peace
    john

  • mmook
    March 3, 2008
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    very inspire i like it a lot... well written and express beautiful thanks for sharing


  • leander Moderators member
    February 21, 2008

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    This is a beautiful poem you have written for your niece. Since we're over a month later now, I hope she is doing much better

    Leander


  • Metaphorist
    January 31, 2008

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    What an inspiring write! I hope you showed this to the parents of your niece. It was beautifully done. Also, thanks for your comments in the past. I guess you hang around shameless like I do. Hope you're enjoying AP


  • daisybee
    January 23, 2008
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    i hope your niece survives and she will be in my thoughts. A gentle well written prayer.


  • Tarja
    January 22, 2008

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    RULE: Tell me which option you chose in your AUTHOR'S NOTES.

    +++ WARNING: THROUGHOUT THE SITE I AM KNOWN AS A VERY HONEST AND SOMETIMES HARSH CRITIC. I TAKE MY CONTESTS VERY SERIOUSLY. IF I DO NOT ENJOY YOUR ENTRY, IT IS MY RIGHT TO TELL YOU AND TO REMOVE IT. CONSIDER THIS YOUR WARNING. IF YOU CANNOT TAKE CRITICISM, DO NOT ENTER! ALSO I AM VERY STRICT ABOUT FOLLOWING THE RULES! IT'S ONE DAMN RULE! MANY POETS HAVE NOT OBEYED & LOST TROPHIES OVER THIS! +++


  • Charity Ann
    January 22, 2008

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    This is very moving. I like the last stanza best. It is so true. Praise God that Jesus' death breaks the power of death. As you know, I'm praying for little Abby Lynn

  • I will stand by you
    January 22, 2008
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    touching write. I will pray for your neice. I hope she makes it.


  • Immortal Obscurity Greeters member
    January 22, 2008
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    Wow... I'm so sorry that you have to go through something so tragic. This almost made me cry, but it is true what you say. The power of God is greater than that of any man, and in times like these, all we can do is ask for His help. I will keep you and your family, especially little Abby, in my prayers.

    Love and light always,

    Laura, aka Immortal


    • TabbyJoy
      January 23, 2008
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      Thank you for your sweet comment. It was very encouraging to know that others are praying.

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