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The Rising

Crushed beneath a heavy yoke She passed out from the pain A Gentle voice spoke, she awoke Pure water washed blood stain The burden had been lifted He'd hoisted it away She blinked away her tears to see A bright and hope filled day Written March 30, 2021 Inspired By 'Phoenix Rising' Poetry Contest' Sponsored By Unseeking Seeker

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Janice Canerdy

Date: 4/10/2021 10:48:00 AM

BJ, this is so lovely and spiritual. Janice

Bj Legros Kelley
Date: 4/11/2021 5:38:00 PM

Thank you Janice, I am very taken with the spiritual aspect that reached out to me through the darkest time of my life.... it was...unexpected. I acknowledge that if it were not for God, the darkness would have swallowed me whole. I cannot help but share my deepest gratitude to Him throughout my poetry. I'm glad you saw it <3 I appreciate your kind words!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/2/2021 1:30:00 PM

Love how you did the theme!!

Bj Legros Kelley
Date: 4/11/2021 5:29:00 PM

Thank you so much Andrea! <3

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 4/1/2021 4:22:00 AM

Beautiful. God bless you always. Love, Gina

Bj Legros Kelley
Date: 4/11/2021 5:29:00 PM

Thank you Gina, God bless you as well precious lady!

Virginia Gelok

Date: 3/30/2021 5:25:00 PM

Most interesting. I must check this contest out. I can see where your heart is also.

Bj Legros Kelley
Date: 4/11/2021 5:28:00 PM

Thank you Virginia. I have been visiting your poems and have been touched by them. You have made me laugh, and cry with your artistically gifted pen. I appreciate your kind words and encouragement.