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The Twists and Turns of Life

Being adopted at 6 weeks I was gone to live in countryside brought much joy there I was free to fill me with fresh air pre-school was great just as a little boy But school came to hate each day so glad to reach 15 to get away suffered stammer so stopped me on track socially unable, so shy and reserve I did stay Got wed at 28 sadly Jean passed away then came to believe God to receive salvation this changed me coming spiritually alive Jesus my friend and saviour so full revelation At 37 remarried to Christine so in love now been wed 30 years simply amazing in these years in myself got stronger increase in faith for God be praising In all the twist and turns of life looking back God's been so true providentially taking me on His route I know I trust Jesus loving Him I do

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Elaine George

Date: 9/15/2020 4:50:00 AM

May your journey through life continue to be as beautiful as this poem. Thank you for sharing. ~ Elaine

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 9/15/2020 5:27:00 AM

Thanks Elaine, Glad you enjoyed it and for such lovely words of encouragement. Take care and keep safe Blessings always,Gordon

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/1/2020 9:01:00 AM

Hi Gordon, yes life is a roller coaster! The best thing in my life is my Husband - we have been wed for 20 years now and were known to each other throughout our lives. In our early twenties he was my boyfriend. But life had in store other plans. Both got married, both got divorced, both had a beautiful son, Ricky is my life as is CJ, Elias's - we love them both the same! Two bad scenarios - I lost my first child, a 2nd horrible thing - we were hijacked at gunpoint. Wonderful write, God has been there for you throughout! Blessings Gordon, Jenn.

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 8/1/2020 11:23:00 AM

Hi Jennifer, thanks for your testimony of how God 's been working by his providence throughout your life. Sorry about these horrible things that happened to you but again God works it in his plan. Blessings always, Gordon

Judy Ball

Date: 7/30/2020 8:15:00 AM

Wonderful Gordon. Your testimony shows how you came to know and trust Him. He knows each one of us by name and He reaches out to us individually to give us the chance to accept Him. Great Stuff. God Bless, JB

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 7/30/2020 8:30:00 AM

Thanks Judy, Glad you loved it and indeed He knows each of us by name. God bless you, Gordon

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 7/26/2020 9:17:00 PM

Hello Gordon ... fate, twists and turns. You certainly have had your share, but I feel within your writing you are contented now - thanks Gordon - Lindsay

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 7/27/2020 2:02:00 AM

Hello Lindsay, thanks for your encouraging words, yes indeed I am contented most of the time. Blessings always,Gordon

Elaine George

Date: 7/26/2020 12:55:00 PM

Your journey on the path of life dear Gordon, has been an amazing one . Thank you for sharing. Sincerely ~ Elaine

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 7/26/2020 1:12:00 PM

Thanks Elaine, Glad you were impressed and hope all well with you and keeping safe. Blessings, Gordon

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 7/26/2020 11:03:00 AM

Gordon, you have certainly met the challenges life has brought you. I was shy too and lost my husband at an early age. It can be hard for a quiet child to fit in at school. It's wonderful that you and Christine have been together for 30 years! Faith really helps us overcome the odds. A very interesting and well composed poem. Best wishes, Carolyn

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 7/26/2020 11:39:00 AM

Carolyn, thank you for your lovely encouraging words, so sorry you lost your husband so early in marriage but God's grace brings us through. Have a blessed day, God bless, Gordon

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/26/2020 12:30:00 AM

Im so glad you found happiness again Gordon, life can be cruel but also it can be good, we all weather those storms as we cruise through life. but eventually we reach calm waters. Enjoy the day Tom

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 7/26/2020 12:32:00 AM

Thanks Tom, Trust all is well in your neck of the woods, Take care, Blessings, Gordon

Jan Allison

Date: 7/25/2020 2:45:00 PM

Life certainly has many twists and turns and you certainly have had your fair share of sadness , i so glad you found love again after the tragic death of your wife, may you and Christine have many more happy years together and your faith shines like a beacon:-) :-) hugs jan

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 7/25/2020 2:56:00 PM

Thanks Jan, so good to hear from you, thanks for your kind words. How is hubby doing these days? I am fine as had telephone hospital appointment in June and latest PSA test slightly up nothing to worry about. So all is good, Blessings always,Gordon

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/25/2020 2:11:00 PM

- Life has many twists and turns, Gordon - Some we remember with sorrow and some with joy :) - 30 years wedding ... congratulations ... a great day to celebrate :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 7/25/2020 2:25:00 PM

Hi Anne-Lise, glad you liked it, my wedding anniversary was in April though our weekend away was cancelled due to the Coronavirus. Blessings and hugs, Gordon