The Arrival

Sensus fideii, Lord Anticipation resounds Four candle flames dance Stars lamp His divinity Hark, the Herald Angels Sing! Inspired by: Brian Strand's Advent Contest

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James Marshall Goff

Date: 8/25/2009 7:02:00 PM

fine prayer! John! jim

Donna Golden

Date: 1/31/2009 10:15:00 PM

John, I'm not sure how I missed this one, but it's fantastic. I feel the reverence and awe in this piece. Just lovely. Oh, by the way, if you cook even half as well as you write, I'd better start a good exercise regimen now! So...I was thinking maybe a strawberry white tea to go with the chocolate coated scones. Hmmm?DG

Mc Mc

Date: 12/31/2008 3:24:00 AM

lightening here!! thanks john -good job!!

Mc Mc

Date: 12/31/2008 3:14:00 AM

lovely imagery, John- keep up the writing - all the best- thank you!!

Cecil Hickman

Date: 12/26/2008 10:00:00 PM

A powerful set of words with rich and wonderous truth of a spiritual message so many forget within this season,,and Thank You for reading and leaving a comment on my poem,,blessings..Cecil

Sue Mason

Date: 12/16/2008 4:18:00 PM

Great tribute to the season, John. Hope you have a warm, wonderful holiday and that '09 is a great year for you!!

Chitra Lakhera

Date: 12/16/2008 8:27:00 AM

What a wonderful poetry.... I can see the lights of Christmas! congratulations John on your win. May you have a very blessed holiday!Love, Chitra

Madeleine Mclaughlin

Date: 12/15/2008 6:00:00 PM

It's nice to believe.

Michael Jordan

Date: 12/15/2008 2:01:00 PM

Hi John - Let me apologize for taking so long to respond I've been busy busy these days - Allow me to congratulate you on your win - Excellent poetry from an excellent poet - always the pleasure is mine - God Bless you and i wish you and those you love the most Blessed of Holidays, MJ

Joyce Johnson

Date: 12/15/2008 11:09:00 AM

Congratulations John. Well deserved honors. Thank you for commenting on my honorable mention. Love, Joyce

John Weber

Date: 12/14/2008 5:10:00 PM

Brilliant work, as always, John! This work deserves to be carved in marble or etched in platinum. Congrats on the deserved honors. Warm regards, John.

Adell Foster

Date: 12/14/2008 12:48:00 PM

Happy Holiday's John, I apologize for not responding to reviews until now, but my computer was on the blink... Congrats on your much deserved win in Brian's contest, you are such a gifted writer. God's Love and Many Blessings, Always, Adell

Brandee Augustus

Date: 12/13/2008 9:48:00 AM

Even though it is sometimes hard for me to right a tanka, this poem really sounds like a Christmas song of praise. Congratulations on your second place finish and have a Merry Christmas!

Jaime Ferreyros

Date: 12/13/2008 9:17:00 AM

The heavens are singing are singing and praising your wonderful write! Thanks John for your warm wishes. Have a Merry Merry xmas my friend an d may the Lord bless you always! Give me a ring when you come to Miami! God Bless, Jaime

Robin L. Gass

Date: 12/13/2008 9:15:00 AM

Congadulations! This does capture the true meaning of this season and sings His song of praise. A deserving win. Happy holidays. Love Robin

Carrie Richards

Date: 12/13/2008 8:07:00 AM

Another inspirational rendition...a truly wonderful poem for the holiday! Congratulations, John, on the win in Brian's contest! ~ Love, Carrie

Juliane Thomas

Date: 12/13/2008 7:50:00 AM

Congratulations on your win in Brian's contest! I love the image of the candle flames, and line 4 is simply wonderful. Thank you for the congratulations you gave me, and I hope your holidays are warm and happy ones! ~Juliane

Sharon Winter

Date: 12/13/2008 7:44:00 AM

Wow John, shocked you were not first to be seriously honest with you. Thanks for your congrats. Warmest congratulations right back to you on an amazing write and win. Happiest of holidays once again. Love, Shar

James Foulk

Date: 12/11/2008 1:07:00 PM

a great write John and well said in so few words. thank you for reading my poetry and for your comments and support. and have Merry Christmas and a happy new year.

Vince Suzadail Jr.

Date: 12/10/2008 6:19:00 AM

'Tis the season. Have a wonderful and very Merry CHRISTmas, John and a Happy New Year. Vince

Constance La France

Date: 12/9/2008 10:16:00 AM

I like this Christmas Poem, I am going to try one.. thank you so much for your comment on my poem.. The End of Friendship... I am a believer that we learn something from every experience be it a good one or a bad one.. and take away the good.. leave the bad behind... a lesson learned always.. Constance

Cayetano Young

Date: 12/9/2008 12:38:00 AM

Your works never have failed me,so, this is! Happy Holidays Sir John. Take good care of your health many are yet to be inspired by you! much respect and adoration, GiNo

Andrew Crisci

Date: 12/8/2008 12:48:00 PM

Hi, John! Thanks for commenting on my poetry. Your comments are always welcomed. I am reading your poem, " The arrival". It is so well-written revealing the true message of Christmas! May God bless you always for your kindness and honesty. Thanks again, John! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Your Poetry Soup friend, Andrew.

Milton Toran

Date: 12/8/2008 5:06:00 AM

Only a genius can write such a splendid tanka. John, you're THAT genius! Thanks for the kind sentiments on my latest poem. Uncle Miltie

Brian Strand

Date: 12/7/2008 11:54:00 PM

Thank you for your kind words john.Rgds Brian