Hidden Sparks In Ashes

Yes I have been burned down into cold grievous ashes. But in ashes, still lies the glimmering sparks of my strength. My spirit is still aglow by the fire that burns within me. The fiery hope that holds me strong to overcome my ruins. I will rise from these cold and wet ashes, spark by spark. A regal incarnation will it be with an avatar of new flames. Once I'm ablaze standing tall there will be no fading out. You haven't seen the last of me yet, the spark is still there. Above is my response to the below quote by Rupi Kaur. I have dug my way out the ground with palm and fist many times. My whole life has been one burial after another. I will find my way out of you just fine.
Date : 12/15/2016 Note : For the contest (Quote Prompt II) by Laura Loo. *Placed First*

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Date: 12/22/2016 7:55:00 PM
You did so well interpreting this quote. Congrats on a very well deserved win.
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Date: 12/22/2016 9:48:00 PM
Thank you very much, Andrea.
Date: 12/19/2016 11:41:00 AM
Back to congratulate you Afzal...
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Date: 12/20/2016 10:35:00 PM
Thanks, Charlie.
Date: 12/19/2016 10:10:00 AM
Very powerful verse of strength and courage, Afzal, a fav. 7 and a congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve
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Date: 12/19/2016 10:47:00 AM
Thanks for your visit & comments, Eve. I'm so very glad, you liked it.
Date: 12/18/2016 8:32:00 AM
Wonderfully powerful message, great win!
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Date: 12/18/2016 11:06:00 PM
Thank you very much, John.
Date: 12/18/2016 3:06:00 AM
Spark by spark and sparkling brilliant. Congratulations on your win, Kai
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Date: 12/18/2016 5:59:00 AM
Thank you for the visit & comment, Kai.
Date: 12/17/2016 7:51:00 PM
Congrats on the win, Afzal, great piece!
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Date: 12/17/2016 11:07:00 PM
Thank you very much, Tamal.
Date: 12/17/2016 3:08:00 PM
Congrats on your top placement!
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Afzal Nusker
Date: 12/17/2016 11:08:00 PM
Thank you, Richard.
Date: 12/17/2016 2:42:00 PM
Such a strong, abiding, firm statement! Well done, Afzal.
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Date: 12/17/2016 11:09:00 PM
Thank you very much, Doug.
Date: 12/17/2016 1:45:00 PM
Great affirmations of strength. Good write. Congratulations.
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Date: 12/17/2016 11:10:00 PM
Thank you very much, Janis.
Date: 12/17/2016 1:02:00 PM
Afzal, congratulations! Stand tall, do not fade out.
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Date: 12/17/2016 11:11:00 PM
Your visit & comment is much appreciated, Darren.
Date: 12/17/2016 12:23:00 PM
Dear Afzal, wonderful poem, so deep, so full of hope till the last spark!Congrats on your super win! love, Anu:)
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Date: 12/17/2016 11:13:00 PM
Thank you for your kind and lovely comment, Anu. Huggss...Afzal
Date: 12/17/2016 11:49:00 AM
outstanding Afzal! It really touched me..thank you for being a part of my contest and congrats on your top placement :) -luloo
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Date: 12/17/2016 11:17:00 PM
It's always a pleasure taking part in your contest as you inspire us so much with your poetry and sponsor such challenging contests. I am very grateful, Laura. Thank you. Huggss...Afzal
Date: 12/16/2016 12:12:00 PM
Great strength and spirit, best wishes in the contest Afzal...
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Date: 12/16/2016 10:33:00 PM
Thank you very much, Charlie.
Date: 12/15/2016 10:56:00 AM
Hi Afzal, What a good response to the quote. I agree with Victor, you out did your self with this one. Within these lines a saw a "fighting spirit and inner strength" as well. Excellent job. It reads like a winner to me. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. A without a doubt seven: -) Alexis
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Date: 12/15/2016 11:14:00 AM
Thank you very much for your such kind and generous comments, Alexis.
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