A Carpenters Hands

Splinters in his hands
The thorns of his profession
Wait to be removed

A dream comes to life
Under his hands it takes shape
Satisfaction reigns

He creates beauty
Wood yields to his artistry 
A carpenter’s hands…

Eileen Manassian Ghali
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Lamoureux Avatar
November 28, 2015 at 11:45 AM
No comment on it ???
Lamoureux Avatar
November 27, 2015 at 2:11 PM
I have been led to "A Carpenters Hands" how very profound!
Manassian Avatar
November 28, 2015 at 11:24 AM
Thanks for reading me, Richard. You're so kind. I read your latest.
Trifiatis Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 3:53 AM
His mission accomplished: He has followed the Lord's plan! Profound!
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:12 PM
Always so wonderful to get a visit from you, my sage! Thank you for reading and posting, Demetri.....Ola Kala? Elpizo aufto!
Lamoureux Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:58 AM
Soup mail
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:13 PM
:)..... ANOTHER ONE? Just kidding....Well, the collaboration is over, Richard...It went well.... I'm pleased!
Jones Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 9:35 PM
Bold and humble.....very well done...MD
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:14 PM
Thanks, my dear sweet MD. I love you!
Bauer Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 6:54 PM
wonderful! i really like this one, eileen!
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:15 PM
:) I'm touched! Thanks for stopping by, Ilene! Always a pleasure!
Seal Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 5:03 PM
Definately your best EVER EVER EVER. Need I say more. Take care Richard. Faved
Manassian Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 11:03 PM
Yes, Richard...I'm afraid you do need say more....but, I will be content...Thank you!
Chircop Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 4:40 PM
a carpenter is an artist indeed with an amazing talent.I love things made out of wood so much.
Manassian Avatar
September 3, 2013 at 2:49 AM
grrrrr.....my husband's and my taste...edit edit edit...
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:17 PM
Oh....my husband and my taste in furniture differs SO SO much...He likes modern...I like old...I love antiques...and I LOVE things made of wood. Ah...so so beautiful. I'm still dreaming of a wooden four poster bed, and lacy curtains he promised me when we got married....I'm losing hope! Thanks for the visit, my sweet!
Macfarlane Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 4:25 PM
What a sweet write for such a noble profession....well done! Hugs
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:18 PM
The profession IS noble, my dear...Don't know if all the carpenters are! ;) Thanks for the visit, my dear!!!! Hugs!
Onclaud Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 1:21 PM
you cuddle this piece with such mastery, eileen.. how deep and heartfelt!..:) hugggs
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:18 PM
WOW!!!! What an amazing post....I'm flying high! Thanks, my dear Nette! Hugs!
Lamoureux Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 12:43 PM
When Jesus designed you he was on a roll that day. You are his handiwork.
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:20 PM
Richard...I wish I could compile all your posts. You lift my soul...This must be the nicest one ever! Thanks ever so much for being the caring and affirmative man that you are. Bless you!
Carroll Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 12:18 PM
Hi Eileen, Nice write as I appreciated as my grandfather was a carpenter.. Ken
Manassian Avatar
September 2, 2013 at 12:21 PM
:) I wish I could have wooden furniture everywhere in my house. I wish I could live in a wooden house and have a wooden chest of drawers. I LOVE everything made of wood! :) Thanks, Ken....your visit is sweet.
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