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I Am Who I Am

There's one word that defines me which was evident in ages 1 to 5 now in my retirement years again has returned to show itself alive In the in between years it didn't leave but just didn't have same impact upon me those years of school, work and relationships brought pressure upon you, never felt free Throughout this time also battled with a stammer maybe if I had focused just to keeping calm the struggles of words would be less severe then I would know a real healing balm But never mind, life just carried on with spells of rest from this stress returning now to my present state contentment returns in it's fullness So summing up here and now I love my contentment so peacefully real memories of these formative years so " I am who I am" the real deal! (I have written this looking back on the effect of contentment upon my life, especially in my preschool years and now in my retirement years. I trust those who read it will enjoy reading this piece.)

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Howard Kerr

Date: 4/4/2021 8:16:00 AM

Hello Gordon, This peerless work is a credit to you. It has the elegant and effortless flow of a master. Thanks for your constructive comments on my piece “Speaking The Language.” I appreciate that Howard

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 4/4/2021 8:29:00 AM

Hi Howard, It has been so long since I have written this one I couldn't remember what it was about but thanks for your kind words and constructive comment, hope you're having a blessed Easter Sunday. Blessings, Gordon

Ann Gilmour

Date: 9/9/2020 2:14:00 PM

Your words are full of honesty and you are stronger than you think dear Gordon. A good friend and a lovely human being. Thank you for your continued encouragement Gordon, for you truly deserve the contentment at last - enjoy it my friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 9/10/2020 12:26:00 AM

Hi Ann, So nice to hear from you and for your kind words, glad you enjoyed my piece and trust it was edifying for you. Hope you are well, hope your eye problem has improved and so take care and keep safe. Blessings always, Gordonxx

John Watt

Date: 8/28/2020 10:31:00 PM

"Godliness with contentment is great gain", I Tim 6:6. Your words are so edifying, brother Gordon. Whatever the ordeal the Lord may allow, contentment is the way of faith. You are quite the encourager at Soup, and we are blessed to have you in our midst. Your words, whether in poetry or commentary have much impact. Thankful for you. Hope all is well ~ John

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 8/29/2020 12:29:00 AM

Thanks John, Glad you enjoyed it and pleased you consider me as an encourager. Trust all's well with you ion your parts, we are well here. Blessings, Gordon

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/22/2020 9:47:00 AM

Way to go Gordon my friend, you are proud of whom you are and so you should be - you as I have mentioned before, are our inspiration on poetry soup and a faithful follower which I admire and respect. Hugs and blessings, Jenn.

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 8/22/2020 11:35:00 AM

Hi Jennifer, Thanks for your kind words and your continual encouragement, you also inspire me as being in one of my fav lands in South Africa, hope you're having a lovely night in Johannesburg, Blessings always,Gordon

Jenna Logan

Date: 8/22/2020 8:20:00 AM

You're the 'real deal' to me, Gordon. How wonderful to feel at peace at any age. Great thoughts.

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 8/22/2020 11:31:00 AM

Hi Jenna, So pleased I'm the real deal with you, as you say it's good to know real peace at any age. Hope all is good with you keeping safe and well, Blessings and hugs, Gordon