Not Alone

If I take a walk 
on the beach alone
bathed in the sun's light
with no hand in mine,
I Know I'll be fine

Gulls will still plunge 
into the waves  
touched by the wind  
while I seek Him

With each step
I will find
He is here

Always 
near, my

God 


By Rhonda Johnson-Saunders, January 30, 2012

Third place in Brian Strand's 4 to 14 any form/any theme contest
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Brown Avatar
February 7, 2012 at 5:56 AM
Belated congratulations to you on your win in Brian's "Four To Fourteen" contest Rhonda. Love, Carol
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February 7, 2012 at 7:00 PM
Thanks, Carol! I appreciate you taking the time to read my poems today and commenting / congratulating me on my placements. You are very kind! Blessings, Rhonda
Ronthorpe Avatar
February 5, 2012 at 12:38 AM
Very nice. Congrats on your well deserved win. Keep up the good work and I'll keep reading.............. S. Ronthorpe
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February 7, 2012 at 6:59 PM
Thanks so much for taking the time to read and comment! Blessings, Rhonda
Pettit Avatar
February 4, 2012 at 11:27 AM
Congratulations on your win, Rhonda. We don't see too many good diminished hexaverse poems on this site.
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February 4, 2012 at 1:38 PM
Thanks Robert! I haven't seen too many diminished hexaverse poems, you're right. if you haven't read Andrea's Dandelion Wishing, it is a lovely one. Blessings, Rhonda
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February 3, 2012 at 3:59 PM
Congratulations!
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February 3, 2012 at 8:15 PM
Thanks, Christopher!
Guzzi Avatar
February 3, 2012 at 3:04 PM
yes inside and out meshed in God. Congrad's Light & love
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February 4, 2012 at 1:29 PM
I just realized I typed Dennie instead of Debbie. So Sorry. I really need to proof my comments better!
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February 3, 2012 at 8:17 PM
Thanks, Dennie. Love and Blessings to you, Rhonda
Sweetheart Avatar
February 3, 2012 at 8:51 AM
congrats Rhonda on a superb win for this exquisite poetry .. image filled lines luv..
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February 3, 2012 at 11:14 AM
Thanks Linda-Marie! You are always so encouraging!! Blessings, Rhonda
Quigley Avatar
February 3, 2012 at 8:34 AM
A very nice spiritual rendering Rhonda. Congratulations on your win
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
February 3, 2012 at 11:13 AM
Thank you, Bob!!
Arno Avatar
February 3, 2012 at 6:58 AM
Rhonda...I'm certain He is very pleased with this poem. None of our congratulations or pleasure at your write can or will compare to His. You just won His contest for today. Jon
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
February 3, 2012 at 11:01 AM
Very nice comment, Jon! Thank you!! Blessings, Rhonda
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February 3, 2012 at 6:06 AM
Congratulations Rhonda x
Brown Avatar
January 31, 2012 at 8:00 AM
It is exciting to see the replenishment of new poetry here everyday when I log on. I enjoy the diverse poetry so I am never bored by most of what I read. I am happy to have read your poetry this morning Rhonda. I hope that you might be able to find the time to read some of the other poetry here also. Love, Carol
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January 31, 2012 at 12:35 PM
Thank you so much for your comments, Carol!! Yes, I am reading other poetry here everyday. All of the wonderful and talented poets are keeping me inspired to say the least. You included! Blessings, Rhonda
A   Avatar
January 30, 2012 at 8:46 PM
thank you for your comment
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
January 30, 2012 at 8:55 PM
You're welcome always. You have become one of my favorite soup poets. Blessings, Rhonda
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