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Stepping Stones In Life

I write the following as a letter to myself For future reference. I have allowed my passage through life To be a journey, and so will I continue Enjoying every second, every minute as the clock ticks And I go to bed and wake up and do the same All over again, And all too soon days, become weeks, become Months, and then years, which become decades As I celebrate every New year, remembering The memories I have made on this wonderful Trip that we know as life, and the family and Friends that have passed, and as I look in the Mirror, I suddenly realize this is perhaps my last few Moments, minutes, weeks, perhaps months, or a Year or two left and I hope that I will Go to heaven, maybe so, for it is only the evil that pay The price, and it comes at a high cost. These Human beings, have they repented, or are they Evil because they know that if they ask for forgiveness It shall be given, that is what we have been told, But God is a wrathful God and wanted an eye for an Eye and a tooth for a tooth, Would I not want this also if harm came upon my Loved ones – would I not be revengeful and wrathful, I think I would, but does that make me bad and not Made in the image of God. I think not. I love God and try hard to be an example to others Unable to clutch at the secrets of today’s happiness. When I hear, the good, the kind, the loving, the Giving, the faithful, tears come to my eyes, and It is like music to my soul, a mere glance at such A human being brings me comfort and joy, And a bare soul can convey to me more than any Alphabet of any language, be wise dear friends, And grasp at every opportunity in this life, so that Each one of us, make humanity worth living. Entering Contest : Letter to your future self Sponsor: Silent One 2121/10/03

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Date: 3/28/2022 8:30:00 PM
Enjoyed this highly introspective poem where you unravel your heart and mind before your readers. Your joys, your anxieties, fears and hopes are all beautifully enumerated ! Your efforts and desire to be a model to others are worthy of emulation and are much appreciated ! If there is a good person, the land will be blessed ! Let us try to be people of goodness, love and kindness. Thoroughly enjoyed your beautiful letter to yourself ! Love and hugs!
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Date: 11/2/2021 10:34:00 AM
That’s a wonderful letter to your future self Jennifer, the journey you’ve taken so far has stood you in good stead, there’s bound to be a place in heaven when your future becomes the past. Be blessed, Belle
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Date: 10/17/2021 1:10:00 PM
Such a great way to approach your poem, each line meaningful... Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
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Date: 10/11/2021 3:35:00 PM
Did this contest ever get judged yet? Hmmm. I am searching for a poem of yours I have not seen yet.
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Date: 10/11/2021 12:00:00 PM
Great pen, Jen, to yourself. Good luck in Silent One's contest. Hugs Eve
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Date: 10/10/2021 6:07:00 PM
Dearest Jennifer, I was captivated by the soul-searching beauty of your soul-baring poem. Your gifted pen spills a tender introspection of self, love, faith, appreciation and vulnerability. You are priceless and precious, my sweet sis, and so is your treasured poem. I am sure Heaven will have its pearly gates open to welcome you. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/11/2021 8:50:00 AM
I hope so my dear dear friend, I really fear God's wrath, and would never anger Him - He is a God of love, light and compassion, but are we really as good as the Mother Theresa's of this world, we know for certain that she is in heaven. His people have angered and dissapointed him in the past.. But as a good father and shepherd, he does have to guide us, do we always listen! I feel blessed with this comment Susan. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 10/6/2021 10:19:00 AM
Jennifer! sO glad I came by to read this poem. It is a superbly composed piece. Plus, tho just meeting here, I have discovered a spiritual poet sister across the world! You’ll find that sisterhood if you check out my God/life themed poems. Keep the happy stance despite all trials. I send hugs, sally
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/7/2021 12:19:00 PM
Hi Sally thank you for your lovely comment and for dropping by again - it is most appreciated. I will be visiting your page very shortly. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 10/6/2021 7:54:00 AM
Fine pen Jennifer, describing well God in all his true character of love but wrathful on those that reject him. I'm afraid Victor hasn't read the Bible in all its completeness. Even in the new testament Jesus speaks more on hell than he does on heaven. Blessings and hugs,Gordon
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/6/2021 8:21:00 AM
Gordon, you have made me very happy, thank you, there is no-one who knows the Bible as well as you and your comment is like music to my ears. Be well and God Bless my friend Hugs Jennifer.
Date: 10/6/2021 7:47:00 AM
WoW! Jenny, Your letter to your future was so wise and very compelling. One thing for certain is he will return, when he does, I'd rather be in his” will” than outside of it. Best wishes in the contest. Great job my friend from across the pond:-)Alexis
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/6/2021 8:27:00 AM
Alexis, always astute and knowledgeable. Thank-you for a glorious comment and God bless you my dear friend. Hugs and blessings. Jennifer.
Date: 10/5/2021 3:41:00 AM
When evil seemingly prevails I remember “vengeance is mine,” sayeth the Lord. His mercy is long lasting but not forever. Your eyes on God, is a good place to be no matter your season in life!
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/5/2021 9:10:00 AM
Make no mistake, you are so right!
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 10/5/2021 9:03:00 AM
The best thing to study! :)
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/5/2021 7:36:00 AM
Thanks Kim I would imagine I know that - perhaps told you that I have my honors degree in Biblical studies! Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 10/4/2021 3:21:00 PM
This is my first time reading you...what a resounding & powerful piece. Such honesty, such strength & clarity. I'm so glad I found your work here. Keep shining!
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/4/2021 11:53:00 PM
Thank you poet Tacito, a wonderful comment my friend, I shall be visiting your page. Blessings, Jennifer..
Date: 10/4/2021 7:48:00 AM
Whoever said that God is wrathful must be crazy. So long as we are alive, God is merciful. His justice comes after we die. I'm sure you are not an evil person. So trust in Him.
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/4/2021 11:55:00 AM
Victor I am disappointed in the tone of your comment. You obviously haven't researched enough! Wrath in the Bible is used over 500 times. Incidentally I am the first to say God Is a God of love. Proverbs 7.7 talks of those void of understanding. A few quotes as examples. KJV. Old Testament Genesis 39.19 Old Testament Psalms 59.13 New Testament St. John 3.36 New Testament - Romans 1.18, Jennifer
Date: 10/4/2021 6:14:00 AM
This is excellent Jennifer. So much honest introspection here. One thing I would add, God wants us to be forgiving. The Bible tells us "Vengeance is MINE, I will repay, sayeth The Lord." Romans 12:19 This is a great passage and you would love it. Please look it up. I think you would get a kick out of it. I love this letter to yourself and hope you win. God Bless my friend. JB
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Date: 10/4/2021 11:46:00 PM
Judy you are a love, and I love that you enjoy the outdoors, as I enjoy the wild at the Kruger Park. I read your verse in Romans and what is said and of course i will let God have his vengeance . Judy I lost a child at 5 days old and people could not understand when I told them God needed a young angel in Heaven, never once did I say I was cross, or why. But had he died at the hand of another by murder I really don't know how I would react. I think you are awesomely sweet as you end of your comment to me, love and hugs my friend. Jennifer.
Date: 10/4/2021 5:43:00 AM
Much to contemplate in this piece. Having knowledge of our final destination offers us an eternal perspective while we remain here.
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Date: 10/4/2021 11:51:00 PM
You have always been a perceptive person, and i like how you answered Harry and how you both wrote to me thank-you, your comment echoes my thoughts Ricky.Hope you and the family are all well. Hugs/ blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 10/4/2021 2:17:00 AM
Wonderful letter to yourself, Dear Jennifer, although i am at line 15 and 16 of your poem, i too have tried to live and will continue to live in the land of friendship. Regarding religion though i have my doubts, yes i believe in God and Jesus, but not their representatives on earth.
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/5/2021 12:15:00 AM
Yes of course I also believe in God and Jesus, and I agree totally with you and Rick about their representatives on earth, who are self chosen, in fact I had an argument with one in our house, we called him over to bless our home, and he seemed an amicable kind of person, told him I was half Greek half English and he stood up to walk away in front of my mother and Elias's dad, and told us that we had excommunicated ourselves from the Greek Orthodox Church by getting married in the Church of England a tiny short little man I towered over him at my my 5 foot 7 and a half inches , but what happened next is another whole story and I haven't the space to continue. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Hugs and thank you dear Harry for a wonderful comment, Blessings, Jennifer
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 10/4/2021 5:46:00 AM
I agree with you Harry. It’s good to be aware of false prophets.
Date: 10/3/2021 11:28:00 PM
Dear Compatriot, I am not gloating but evil has to be exposed. The Jan 6th Capitol Riot in USA, inspired by Donald Trump & his "happily blind" supporters, had to be exposed. He may win again, but we know his "gang" uses democracy as the majority does in our beautiful RSA, South Africa. God is not mocked, or fooled. Your Letter hints at these truths. Thank you, shalom-shalom Eirene!
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/5/2021 1:27:00 AM
Anil my clever friend, yes there is much evil in politics and innocent people are hurt or destroyed. I agree with you about Trump and the S.A. Situation and do know that God is Omnipresent and sees all and I suppose I did hint at all of this, you are right. Shalom and Eirene to you also Anil. Hugs/blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 10/3/2021 11:23:00 PM
Of course, you have a biblical, healthy (& likely accurate) sense of our Creator-Father-Abba/Parent: both Grace and Justice/judgment are His prerogatives. Thanks for your deep reflections Jennifer.
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/5/2021 1:29:00 AM
Anil you are such an inspiration, a philosopher and a good human being thank you for a wonderful comment dear friend. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 10/3/2021 11:21:00 PM
Aangenaame Kennis Jennifer, van Fort beaufort af. Since we last met here on PS, I met fellow Greek Cypriots (Georgios, Stellios and George, who own SPAR). I enjoy your work that feeds Coming generations. shalom, shalom & Eirene!
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Date: 10/3/2021 6:45:00 PM
Hello Jennifer ... the journey of life is each and everyone's own, and like you and your fine narrative we need to remind ourselves how we have taken this journey as you have - thank you Jennifer - Lindsay
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/5/2021 7:40:00 AM
Hi Lindsay, Thank you for an awesome comment - sorry I have been scarce, but I caught a bad dose of the flu and of course our mind always goes to the worst these days. Going onto your page now my friend. Blessings, hugs, Jennifer.
Date: 10/3/2021 2:52:00 PM
It's nice to hear your concepts about life and the hereafter. I think everyone has almost the same ideas and yet tweeked a bit according to their culture or upbringing. personally I can't image the God of LOVE throwing people in an endless pit of fire (some people believe that very strongly). You are on the path to heaven, Jennifer.
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Date: 10/3/2021 3:59:00 PM
Hi Andrea thanks for your comment my friend i also do not believe God would throw us into an endless pit of fire but I think that a perfect example of how God judged faith is the books of Job and Ecclesiastes. He is the God of love yes but I believe he can be angered at stupidity or wrong doing. Keep writing your wonderful poetry my friend . Hugs Jennifer
Date: 10/3/2021 1:56:00 PM
A lovely letter to your future self Jennifer, I'm sure you have a place in heaven waiting for you. Hope you're keeping well. Tom
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/3/2021 4:02:00 PM
Hi Tom what s lovely comment my friend thank you - you brought a tear to my eye. Blessings, Jennifer
Date: 10/3/2021 4:14:00 AM
Lovely letter, Jennifer. I enjoyed reading it... I'm SO THANKFUL that I'm forgiven and pray for everyone. We all need Jesus. God bless you sweet friend. Love, Gina
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Date: 10/3/2021 1:17:00 PM
Oh I have faith Regina, as much as you, but I guess religious and political discussions are difficult topics to discuss even at the best of times. I merely mentioned that I hope I will be forgiven for any mistakes I have made during my lifetime I should have added by the grace of God - so can one think, say or do anything, and expect to be forgiven, as long as they repent. I speak to God often Regina, in my mind and love him dearly. Blessings, Jennifer.
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Regina Mcintosh
Date: 10/3/2021 6:41:00 AM
I am forgiven because God said I am... His verse says, I am saved by grace through faith - not of myself! Here is the exact verse: Ephesians 2:8 “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:” King James Version (KJV)
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 10/3/2021 5:37:00 AM
Hi Regina thank you for a lovely comment and I am happy for you. I have never done anything evil but yet I wonder if I can surmise I will go to heaven yes Jesus did tell us but is it not assumptious to expect I am forgiven for anything wrong I might have done or said . It might be small like ignoring to give a beggar or saying to someone else she looked like mutton dressed up as lamb., Am I so good I hope I am forgiven not that I've said or done these but maybe we all have . Hugs jen.

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