Standing At a Crossroads

Standing at the crossroads before,
                                             My life is in misery to the very core,
                                          Not knowing what kind of path I choose,
                                            To make the changes I like the most.

                                             Undecided where my life leads me,
                                        I just go on walking to the unknown way,
                                       Obstacles may happen as I move forward,
                                     But I overcome all because I am not a coward.

                                           Many times I felt the pain in my heart,
                                            As I did my goals from the very start,
                                            But miracles happens if you believed,
                                          Pains and disappointments finally healed.

                                           I prayed hard to our Almighty Creator,
                                          To give me strength to do in His honor,
                                   So that whatever cross may put on my shoulders,
                                 I did it successfully and share my blessings to others.


                                                            Maria Paz Samelo
                                                           November 1, 2012
                                                           2nd Place Winner
                                     For Gail's "Standing At A Crossroads" contest
                                                          1st Place Winner
                                            For Dr. Ram's "Best 2012 Poem" Contest

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Date: 3/27/2014 11:51:00 AM
Maria, Congratulations, on your own favorite poem. Stay Xool *xox* Forever LINDA
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Date: 3/21/2014 8:58:00 PM
Congratulations on your no. 1 win. Love, Joyce
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Date: 3/21/2014 4:22:00 PM
Lovely, strong poem which shows a strong character. congrats. // paul
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Date: 3/21/2014 7:33:00 AM
It was a pleasure to read your best and favorite poem. Congrats on the win, maria
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Date: 11/15/2012 11:48:00 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved win in Gail's "Standing At A Crossroad" contest Maria. Love, Carol
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Date: 11/11/2012 10:41:00 AM
Maria ,,:-) Congratulations in Gails "Standing At A Crossroads " contest, deep meaning... always~ PD
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Date: 11/10/2012 3:57:00 AM
Big congratulations Maria a super write xx
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Date: 11/9/2012 11:27:00 PM
I enjoyed your poem, congrats on your win.
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Date: 11/9/2012 8:31:00 PM
CONGRATS MARIA ON AN ELEGANT WRITE AND WIN LUV .. OUTSTANDING WORK..
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Date: 11/6/2012 1:26:00 AM
A TREMENDOUS WRITE MARIA .. SO EMOTIONAL .. SO MAGNIFICENT .. SENDING WINNING WISHES YOUR WAY LUV ..
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Date: 11/5/2012 10:00:00 AM
Hello Maria: nice poem here. I also entered the contest and I hope we both do well! :) Have a great week!
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Date: 11/4/2012 1:33:00 PM
lovely inspiring write, my friend
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Date: 11/4/2012 12:33:00 AM
Oh, I've almost missed this wonderful write of yours my dear friend, Mary. I love this poem especially the picture portrayed on the third and fourth stanza. I've also written one on this theme 2 days ago but I can't post yet because I'm quite skeptical on its form. By the way, wish you the best of luck and win in the contest! More power always! love/hugs:) Norie
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Date: 11/2/2012 2:15:00 PM
Wonderful thoughts Maria, may you find all that you dream of. :) Tanya
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Date: 11/1/2012 3:51:00 PM
beautiful poem Maria,
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Date: 11/1/2012 11:38:00 AM
I think you are a young and "strong" woman Maria, you will definitely find your way - a highly good poem Maria. Have a nice afternoon. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 11/1/2012 8:59:00 AM
Great testimony of your faith..Enjoyed reading this one today..Sara
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Date: 11/1/2012 9:44:00 AM
thanks friend Sara :) Good Day!
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