When Life Feels As If You Are Drowning

When life feels heavy and hard to bear,
And you're drowning in feelings of despair,
Remember that storms don't last forever,
And the sun will shine again, whenever.

Though the road may be rough and tough to tread,
And it feels like joy and hope have all but fled,
Hold on tight and don't give up the fight,
For even in darkness, there is still light.

Life is a journey, full of twists and turns,
But remember, it's okay to feel the burns,
For in the ashes, new beginnings can grow,
And your strength and resilience will surely show.

So when life doesn't seem to get better,
Hold on to hope and don't be a quitter,
Know that you are not alone in your strife,
And better days will come, in time, in this life.

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Date: 8/4/2024 7:45:00 AM
Congrats on becoming a Lifetime Premium Member! Great advice in a beautiful write.
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Date: 8/2/2024 2:37:00 PM
Lovely poem with great message!
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Date: 8/2/2024 2:00:00 PM
A great poem, beautifully written,Jeanine. Congratulations on it being POTD. Have a wonderful weekend.
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Date: 8/2/2024 12:53:00 PM
Remember the bright side like you’re saying:)
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Date: 4/25/2024 12:21:00 PM
A lovely poem Jeanine …..belated Congrats on POTD! Debx
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/26/2024 8:09:00 PM
Thank you
Date: 4/22/2024 6:40:00 AM
If we struggle to the end, God knows. There is hope at the end of the tunnel, and light peeks through from time to time, before we end our sojourn.
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/23/2024 5:49:00 PM
Indeed
Date: 4/18/2024 8:22:00 PM
Congratulations on your fine POTD, Jeanine! Enjoy your special day of recognition! A poet in Texas, Bill
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/19/2024 12:36:00 PM
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Date: 4/17/2024 10:47:00 PM
A beautiful poem of hope in times of trouble Jeanine. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Beryl
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/18/2024 12:15:00 AM
Thank you!
Date: 4/17/2024 7:31:00 PM
After a storm, ' the sun will shine again. ' So true. In life, continue to look above for strength, this will certainly help when moments ' feel heavy and hard to bear. ' Your thoughts are beautiful, tender and uplifting, all at the same time. Congratulations Jeanine, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 8:50:00 PM
Thank you so much! Hugs
Date: 4/17/2024 10:15:00 AM
Jeanine, while it often doesn't seem like it, was you say is so true, and there are times it's important to know that - "all things must pass".
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 10:41:00 AM
Indeed
Date: 4/17/2024 9:39:00 AM
Congratulations on your receiving honour of POTD, Dear Jeanine! Very positive, optimistic thoughts expressed in every word of your poem - "For even in darkness, there is still light." Best wishes ~
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 9:46:00 AM
Thank you so much!
Date: 4/17/2024 7:44:00 AM
Congratulations on POTD. I Enjoy your beautiful poem.
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 9:47:00 AM
Thank you
Date: 4/17/2024 7:41:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win.  A wonderful rhyme write. Love your line, " Hold on to hope and don't be a quitter," So Very True... Have a blessed day writing away............................
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 9:47:00 AM
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Date: 4/17/2024 7:29:00 AM
Dearest Jeanine, your poem beautifully encapsulates the turbulent journey of life, reminding us to cling to hope amidst the storms. It's even in our darkest moments; there's a flicker of light. I loved how your words offered peace and strength, guiding us through rough seas. Congratulations on the POTD—it's a testament to the power of your poetry to uplift and inspire. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world. Blessings, Daniel.
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 10:41:00 AM
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Date: 4/17/2024 4:34:00 AM
Beautifully stated. Anything is possible with Hope. Congratulations on your well deserved POTD Jeanine...Hugs
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 9:51:00 AM
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Date: 4/17/2024 4:13:00 AM
'For in the ashes, new beginnings can grow, And your strength and resilience will surely show", Very nicely penned, Congrats on POTD .
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 4:15:00 AM
Thank you!
Date: 4/17/2024 3:44:00 AM
Jeanine, a great poem, life is forever changing, congratulations on POTD.
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 4:17:00 AM
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Date: 4/17/2024 3:25:00 AM
Powerful, encouraging words here, reflecting a never-say-die spirit. Warmest congratulations on POTD, Jeannie
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 4:17:00 AM
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Date: 4/17/2024 3:16:00 AM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Jeanine :) - Great written :) - hugs
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 4:17:00 AM
Thank you so much! Hugs
Date: 4/17/2024 2:42:00 AM
In life's Stormy seas we can always find a safe harbour, we should never give up on hope. Congratulations to you Jeanine on the honour of POTD. Tom
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 2:48:00 AM
Thank you so much!
Date: 4/17/2024 2:04:00 AM
Congratulations on your encouraging potd!
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 2:37:00 AM
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Date: 4/17/2024 12:59:00 AM
Hold on to hope and don't be a quitter, Great words. Congratulations on your POTD.
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/17/2024 2:38:00 AM
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Date: 4/16/2024 12:04:00 PM
Hello Jeanine, I do agree. We must go with the flow.of life. I will make your day brighter . This poem you created will be my fav. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene/
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/16/2024 5:07:00 PM
Thank you
Date: 4/15/2024 8:01:00 PM
Sage advice, Jeanine. So true... Patience is its own reward too. ~ Gershon
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Jeanine Dejesus
Date: 4/16/2024 5:07:00 PM
It sure does.
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