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As Christmas draws near I contemplate my faith. Jesus spent many years away, yet no one knows For sure why, or where, or how, but destiny's lure. When he happened upon meeting the teachers Who would guide his steps with the knowledge Needed in guiding ours, he was anointed with Sacred oils and the perfect time for his return To teach the yearning masses was revealed. He taught in parables to be better understood So that even the youngest children could grasp The lesson, and so his words would be spread By many as he knew his earth time was short. Even the least of non-believers lives by these Teachings, though they may never realize it. Simple truths, compassion for others, kindness To animals, love’s consideration for humanity, Helping the helpless in reaching out to strangers. These have been manifested inside our DNA To help the broken souls who need help most. Faith instills courage, yields strength, and endows Peace that helps to conquer the greatest of fears. It is among one of the most blessed gifts taught, Along with forgiveness, to be honored and revered. As this winter season has been chosen to honor His blessed birth, I also deign to honor his teachers. If you visualize their light in others of all races, creeds, And faiths, you are on the true path of enlightenment. "Blessed birth and destined death are both divine." Jesus Contest Sponsor Anthony Slausen HM 7-5-2016 Any Poem (Not Entered In A Contest Sponsor Broken Wings First Place

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Date: 7/4/2016 2:24:00 PM
Jesus taught us to love God And others. If we would all follow these rules, the world would be a better place. Congrats, Connie!
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Date: 7/3/2016 3:51:00 PM
Well said, congratulations
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Date: 7/2/2016 4:16:00 PM
Thank you Connie for the poetic reminder of the simple truths of following Christ's teachings: kindness, love, peace, forgiveness. These have a ripple effect throughout society and history. Blessings ~ John
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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/3/2016 9:20:00 PM
I appreciate that John. Thanks a lot. ; )
Date: 1/26/2016 10:21:00 PM
Connie, Congratulations on your winning poem. XOX - LINDA -
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Date: 1/20/2016 2:40:00 AM
Thanks Connie, for inspiring me this morning. Congrats on your top placement in the contest!! ;-)
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Date: 1/18/2016 8:47:00 AM
Connie, Congrats on your any poem win. ** SKAT **
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Date: 1/17/2016 7:03:00 PM
A very beautiful and inspirational poem of your faith and love in our Jesus Christ and his followers, Connie. Congratulations on your First Place win! Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 1/17/2016 12:32:00 PM
You make an excellent teacher, Connie! Very illuminating. Believing in an after life makes life on earth worth living. ~ Congratulations on this high flying win! Warm regards // paul
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Date: 1/17/2016 8:11:00 AM
A very encouraging and inspiring write, Connie.
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Date: 1/16/2016 5:03:00 PM
a beautiful and enlightening message Connie congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 1/16/2016 3:54:00 PM
Congratulations on your #1 win with this very inspirational poem. I cannot fathom how anyone lives without faith... Much wisdom in your words.
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Date: 4/11/2016 2:45:00 AM
Thank you so much Susan. I believe I may have been having problems seeing when this poem won, so I got way behind in comments. Cheers, Connie
Date: 1/7/2016 10:10:00 PM
Connie, few poems are as rich in wisdom as this one. I found myself agreeing w/ every line. Your words should be engraved in granite. Perfectly wonderful!
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Date: 1/10/2016 3:59:00 AM
This is such a lovely encouraging comment Paul. I appreciate it when someone takes the time to be so nice and thoughtful. Blessings to you for a beautiful 2016! Thank you so much. Aloha, Connie
Date: 1/5/2016 6:56:00 PM
It is good to see the message reverberating through the ages on wings from distant lands and touching the one writing here (yourself), as if the words were uttered only yesterday.
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Date: 1/10/2016 4:01:00 AM
How very sweet of you Peter. I am humbled by such a lovely expression. Thank you my friend. Blessings for a wonderful 2016!
Date: 12/22/2015 7:22:00 PM
Hello Connie... I enjoyed reading your poem with all your messages for us readers to enlighten us on how to be tolerant - thank you Connie - Lindsay
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Date: 1/10/2016 4:04:00 AM
It works wonders...like instant karma. Thank YOU my friend for your sweet comment. Blessings, Connie
Date: 12/20/2015 6:53:00 PM
CONNIE, stopped by to enjoy some of my favorite and best poets of 2010 - 1015 :) Hope you are well enjoying what is left of 2015. Sending an early Christmas Message with Hugs. May you have a blessed Christmas and a happy New Year. Good luck in all you do during 2016. ~SKAT LOVE~
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Date: 1/10/2016 4:08:00 AM
Thank you very much SKAT. I appreciate your comments and I am sorry I don't always answer as quickly as I would like. I have problems with my eyes and so my time is limited on the computer per doctor's orders. I wish you a beautiful 2016 my friend! Blessings, Connie
Date: 12/19/2015 10:56:00 AM
An enlightened poem by an enlightened poet. My Fiance and I both enjoyed the content which could refresh one's spirit on any given day. So glad I read this ... CayCay
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Date: 12/20/2015 4:47:00 AM
How kind of you both CayCay. Thank you so much. Mele Kalikimaka! Aloha, Connie
Date: 12/14/2015 7:12:00 PM
Connie, you are an enlightened being if ever there was one!! Keep sharing your beautiful thoughts forevermore!!
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Date: 12/15/2015 11:23:00 AM
You are such a dear friend Andrea. Thank you for this lovely comment! Mele Kalikimaka! Love, Connie
Date: 12/13/2015 9:09:00 PM
what does it mean to Love....I mean the way it's meant from Above....we have to accept others for who they are....regardless what they believe by far....because we choose to Live as we please....we will suffer the consequence of not bending our knees....I Love this connie....;)
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Date: 12/15/2015 11:24:00 AM
Thank you very much for your lovely thoughtful comment Eric. Cheers, Connie
Date: 12/13/2015 12:38:00 AM
Excellent. A beautiful and enlightening write. Enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing it.
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Date: 12/15/2015 11:25:00 AM
Thank you very much Ravi. Cheers, Connie
Date: 12/11/2015 5:11:00 PM
Wonderful message my friend, so finely crafted. A7 Adding this gem to my fav list and thanks....
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Date: 12/15/2015 11:27:00 AM
It makes me happy you liked it that much Robert. Thank you so much for the fave! Hugs, Connie
Date: 12/11/2015 7:11:00 AM
Amen and Bravo! We are of like minds here Connie! I love these words of course I will fav this piece as I fav you always. God Bless as always Armand
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Date: 12/15/2015 11:29:00 AM
I have great respect for your talent and feel the same about you my friend. Thank you so very much for faving this poem. Blessings, Connie
Date: 12/9/2015 6:56:00 AM
Connie, your glorious weave strings of wisdom and reminders!!! Very well written and striking! Happy day! ~Olive Eloisa =`)
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Date: 12/15/2015 11:30:00 AM
Thank you so much for your nice comment Olive. Blessings, Connie
Date: 12/8/2015 8:56:00 PM
Adored this, wonderful!!!
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Date: 12/8/2015 4:22:00 PM
so glad to see you posted this glorious one. Tis the season , dear friend!!!
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Date: 12/8/2015 1:58:00 PM
this is the very heart of this holyday, connie... you are truly a light!... a work for all seasons!... huggs
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