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POTD and removed from Grook contest because I forgot the sponsor did not want it rhymed

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Fear Not Death

“Fear not the Grim Reaper. Death is an angel that accompanies good people to their home of everlasting joy.” by author

Death is not a spectre that wields a scythe.
The minute we’re born, we wend our way to it.
Neither is our Heavenly Creator but a myth.
Even if you breathe your last mortal breath,
a home like no other waits beyond the veil.
If life seems so hard that you want to scream,
there is no need against God to rail.
Life is but an eye blink in His grand scheme.
If you are kind and faithful, blessed in death you’ll be.
Joy, light, and love will be yours eternally.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Kelii Kekaula Avatar
August 21, 2024 at 1:58 PM
A well composed grook you've written here with a beautiful rhythmic flow, and despite your directive point re conditionals--a true first place it'd be, Andrea, howbeit has achieved POTD status in its righteous due. My belated compliments my friend, and--Fave for me. Aloha William
Zerlaut Avatar
August 17, 2024 at 9:05 AM
It's been a while since I've had the luxury of being on here. But you've always been one of my favorite poets Andrea. This poem and your faith inspire, and I hope it inspires others to know that light that resides within. Very well written! Glad to see you're still at it. <3
Dietrich Avatar
August 17, 2024 at 12:18 PM
Thanks, Jessie. So sweet of you
George Avatar
August 17, 2024 at 8:35 AM
A great poem declaring your faith in eternal life and a beautiful world awaiting us after our death. The lovely quote makes the poem special. Congratulations on your POTD, dear Andrea.
Dietrich Avatar
August 17, 2024 at 12:19 PM
Thanks, my friend
Kauffman Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 12:04 PM
What a beautiful expression of faith from your faithful heart, Andrea! Congratulations on your POTD! Best wishes for the contest. Blessings to you for each of your days and the work of your hands!
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Thanks so much, Sam
Rodrigues Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 7:06 AM
Great! Congrats on POTD, Andrea!
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Thank you
Andresen Avatar
August 15, 2024 at 1:02 PM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. Andrea - A great poem of truth :) - hugs
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Thank you
Mcintosh Avatar
August 15, 2024 at 12:20 AM
Oh, amazing writing. I just love this. God bless you always and congrats on POTD. love, Gina
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:47 AM
Thanks so much, Gina
Nicole Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 8:21 PM
' Life is but an eye blink. ' So true, Andrea. These words are beautiful and uplifting, for the faithful. ' Joy, light, and love will be yours eternally. ' Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:46 AM
Thanks, Brandy
Ray Choudhury Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 3:47 PM
Dear Andrea, Congratulations on your beautiful poem with profound philosophical thoughts! The last two lines say it all. Warm wishes ~ Mala
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:44 AM
Thanks, dear
Empress Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Ah sweet andrea what a wise write, i think oneday ill get there to think the same way about death, as you know death is one thing i fear especially of those that i love and this year itself iv attended three funerals, but through it all how you view death did calm me so for that im thankful! Wise and spiritual write. My take on death is very different its about death of trust hah. Just posted hopefully its ok. But thats whats on my mind right nowx congrats on potd well deserved
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:39 AM
Those dying now are escaping some very terrible things coming down the pike. If they got to live a long life, I miss them but I know they are in a much happier place. I think your approach to death theme is a good idea
Hind Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 2:11 PM
Congrats on your POTD! It's well deserved! <3
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:37 AM
Thanks, dear
Richards Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 1:17 PM
Congratulations on your POD, Andrea.
Richards Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 2:54 AM
:)
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:32 AM
Thanks. And also for my win in your last contest
Goldsmith Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 11:48 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful write with a great ending. Have a blessed day.............................
Fowler Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 11:23 AM
No fear here Andrea. A nicely written Grook. "Life is but an eye blink..." Enjoy! Congratulations on POTD! :)
De Beaulieu Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 10:38 AM
Congratulations on your POTD. Enjoy your special day. Hugs. /Darlene/
Roper Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 8:46 AM
Congratulations on POTD
Cheney Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 7:56 AM
Congratulations on POTD! Well deserved for this excellent poem. Much truth and wisdom contained in your words.
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:27 AM
Thanks, Kenneth
Wolf Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 7:32 AM
Beautifully composed, Andrea. From your pen to God's ear... Congratulations on POTD! Heavenly Bliss and Beatification, Gershon
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:27 AM
Thanks, Gershon
Elless Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 6:41 AM
Congratulations, Andrea. Those who stand with God, Have nothing to fear. Very interesting the way you said this. Keep Rolling.
Dietrich Avatar
August 16, 2024 at 1:24 AM
Thanks, RJ
May Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 6:37 AM
"Life is but an eye blink in His grand scheme." Congrats on POTD Andrea
Kaufman Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 6:26 AM
Dear Andrea, A sincere congratulations on this sweet and well composed POTD. It's packed so full of spiritual wisdom. Blessings to you.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 4:44 AM
Congrats on POTD, my friend!
Seeker Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 4:17 AM
What a superb spiritual write this is, Andrea. Absolutely love your musings on death. True it is, there is nothing to fear. God bless and warmest congratulations on POTD
Rodgers Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 3:53 AM
Dear Andrea, I am back with a big congratulations on your amazing poem getting POTD! YEAH!! - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Kitchin Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 3:05 AM
Andrea, well penned, congratulations on POTD.
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