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On This Side of Darkness

On this side of darkness there are all good things There is dancing, rejoicing - we laugh and we sing On this side of darkness you have lots of friends No sadness, depression or heartbreaking ends On this side of darkness you enjoy great sights The beauty of Heaven always shining so bright Sweet sounds of canaries and birds fill the air There is nothing to harm you, there is no despair On this side of darkness we have lots of fun The children are happy; we play in the Son On this side of darkness there is no more pain You share in the blessing of soft, healing rain On this side of darkness your needs have been met There is plenty for all and no need to fret On this side of darkness there is peace all around We know how to share; and love does abound No stealing, no killing, no tearing apart No sickness, no terror, only joy fills your heart No crying, no sorrow, even death has fled On this side of darkness - no tears left to shed This is not meant for all. Only those who believe Through repentance with Faith, this Kingdom we receive What a blessing to walk in love with our King In His beautiful Garden; it makes my heart sing There is no sacrifice that I will not give For the privilege to know that Through Eternity we will live By: Neva E. Romaine

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Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/31/2022 8:33:00 PM

"No crying, no sorrow, even death has fled On this side of darkness - no tears left to shed" - Beautiful. Congratulations!

Kp Nunez

Date: 9/19/2015 9:03:00 AM

Love seeing the brighter aspect despite being in the dark. Congrats, Neva! hugs!

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/21/2015 1:57:00 PM

Hey Kim, thank you for the insightful comments and acknowledgement on my poem. I means a lot to me and hugs back to you! Be Blessed, Neva

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 9/19/2015 8:49:00 AM

Super awesome write that really inspires Neva! Congrats on ur win!

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/21/2015 1:56:00 PM

Hey Dr. Upma, thank you so much for your gracious comments and acknowledgement on my poem. I do appreciate very much. Be Blessed, Neva

Mark Woods

Date: 9/18/2015 2:02:00 PM

Neva congratulations on your win with what I consider to be an exceptional poem. Wonderful flow, rhythm and rhyme.

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/18/2015 3:33:00 PM

Hey Mark, thank you so much for the wonderful and gracious comments and acknowledgement. It is very encouraging that you think so highly of my poem and I do appreciate it so much! Thank you again Mark. Be Blessed, Neva

Skat A

Date: 9/18/2015 1:26:00 PM

Neva, congratulations on your Inspirational win. SKAT

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/18/2015 3:30:00 PM

Hey Skat A, I am so glad you found a moment to stop by and I appreciate the acknowledgement. You are a sweetie pie. Be Blessed, Neva

Eve Roper

Date: 9/18/2015 12:57:00 PM

Neva , BIG congratulations on your wonderful poem. Hugs Eve

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/18/2015 3:28:00 PM

Hey Eve, thank you so much for stopping by and for your acknowledgement and comment. I do appreciate it so much. Be Blessed, Neva

Tammy Reams

Date: 9/18/2015 12:57:00 PM

Congrats on your win Neva!

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/18/2015 3:27:00 PM

Hey Tammy, thank you so much for your acknowledgement and I appreciate you taking the time to comment. (and congratulations to you too!) Be Blessed, Neva

Nayda Ivette Negron Flores

Date: 9/18/2015 12:09:00 PM

You're welcome. Excellent poem. God bless you Neva.

Nayda Ivette Negron Flores

Date: 9/18/2015 8:38:00 AM

Congratulations

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/18/2015 10:30:00 AM

Hey Nayda, Wow! I am so surprised! I thank you so much for choosing my poem as one of the winners in your wonderful contest. It means so much to me that you think so highly of my poem and I am honored. I will be sending congrats to all of the winners too! Thank you again sweet Nayda, Be Blessed, Neva

CayCay Jennings

Date: 9/1/2015 3:49:00 PM

WOW ... CayCay

Neva Romaine
Date: 9/3/2015 8:16:00 AM

Hey CayCay, thank you so much for your visits, support and wonderful comments and input. I am honored that you think so highly of my poems. It means a lot to me. I am looking forward to my visits with you. Be Blessed, Neva

Sharon Gulley

Date: 4/13/2015 10:04:00 AM

Simply awesome nothing more can be said. I love it , Neva...Sharon G.

Neva Romaine
Date: 4/14/2015 9:20:00 AM

Dearest Sharon, thank you for finding another moment to visit with me, and for this amazing comment for On This Side Of Darkness. It means so much to me. Be Blessed, Neva

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 4/8/2015 1:29:00 PM

PS... I like this side of darkness, to live is to live, eternity has no color... Love it, even more this 3rd time around... LINDA

Neva Romaine
Date: 4/9/2015 2:09:00 PM

Hey Linda, thanks for revisiting my poem and for the lovely comments. I am in agreement with you on this. Be Blessed, Neva

Kp Nunez

Date: 3/23/2015 9:09:00 AM

Indeed a great write on the promised heaven, dear Neva. Love it! 7 and hugs! KIM :)

Neva Romaine
Date: 3/25/2015 8:17:00 AM

Hey Kim, thank you so much for finding a moment to visit me and for your sweet comments on my poem On This Side Of Darkness. I do appreciate it and many hugs back to you. Be Blessed, Neva

... Gigno

Date: 3/18/2015 1:06:00 AM

!!!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/26/2015 11:20:00 PM

Indeed, you have described the heaven of our dreams!!

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/27/2015 10:04:00 AM

Hey Andrea, thanks for visiting me and for your sweet comment on my poem On This Side of Darkness. I do appreciate it very much. Be Blessed, Neva

Cherl Dunn

Date: 2/24/2015 6:33:00 PM

Dear Neva, Simply beautiful and what imagery my dear I love the smooth flowing of this poem of devoition of yours, just wonderful, cheri and thanks for your comments on mine also, cheri

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/25/2015 7:55:00 AM

Hey Cheri, I thank you so very much for taking the time to visit me and for your amazing comments on my poem On This Side of Darkness. Your words are so encouraging and such a lovely thing to say. It means a lot to me. Be Blessed, Neva

Robert Lindley

Date: 2/21/2015 10:02:00 AM

Beautifully written praise of the world's Savior. Inspiring with smooth flowing rhythm , I give a solid 7 for this one.

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/24/2015 3:39:00 PM

Thank you so much Robert for visiting me. I do appreciate so much the wonderful comments and encouragement from you. He is our Savior and worthy of all praise. Be Blessed, Neva

Maurice Rigoler

Date: 2/18/2015 3:01:00 PM

Hi! Thanks for considering my work today and happy it made you happy. In expressing your faith, did you perhaps have in mind Rv 21:1-4? Best to you in your writing endeavors. / M

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/19/2015 10:58:00 AM

Hey Maurice, thank you so much for finding a moment to visit me. It is wonderful that poetic and insightful inspiration can come from so many different avenues. Be Blessed, Neva

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/10/2015 12:59:00 AM

Welcome Neva, to the Poetry Soup family. Your poem is inspiring and truly a gift. Congratulations on have it featured on the home page. Blessings, Connie

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/10/2015 3:45:00 PM

Thank you Connie for your encouragement and sweet comment on my poem On This Side of Darkness. I truly appreciate you viewing and commenting and I will be visiting your page too. Thanks again and Be Blessed, Neva

Kelly Deschler

Date: 2/4/2015 5:37:00 PM

Yes, there are better and brighter days ahead for all of us. Your comforting words are very reassuring, Neva... I really enjoyed the rhyming and smooth flow of this poem. Very nicely written!... Welcome to Poetry Soup. I look forward to reading more of your work!

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/5/2015 2:36:00 PM

Thank you so much Kelly for the lovely comment on my poem On This Side Of Darkness. I truly appreciate your encouraging review. Thank you again and Be Blessed, Neva

Cona Adams

Date: 2/2/2015 9:26:00 AM

A beautiful poem, Neva. Yes, He is the Light of the World, and it is a privilege to walk in his light!

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/2/2015 9:45:00 AM

Hey Cona, thank you so much for viewing and commenting. it means so much to me. Thank you for the lovely words. Be Blessed, Neva

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 1/31/2015 10:00:00 AM

NEVA , Congratulations on having your poem featured on the soups home page. ~Always & Forever~ LINDA

Neva Romaine
Date: 2/3/2015 9:55:00 AM

Thank you so much Linda, for viewing and commenting on this poem. I appreciate it very much. Be Blessed, Neva

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/29/2015 2:11:00 PM

- Never give up - a beautiful poem,Neva !! - // Anne-Lise :)

Neva Romaine
Date: 1/30/2015 9:15:00 AM

Hey Anne, thank you so much for your kind words. I am encouraged by your thoughtfulness and your opinion means a lot to me. Neva

James Fraser

Date: 1/29/2015 1:59:00 PM

Splendid flow all the way through Neva. Beautiful Faith written poetry, love it, James :)

Neva Romaine
Date: 1/30/2015 9:13:00 AM

Thank you so much James for your encouraging words and comment. I appreciate your input very much. Neva