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+ 9TH POEMS: Upside Down In Prayer, But Now . . . Going Forward, Δόξα τῷ Θεῷ διὰ πάντα [2nd Repost]
A flawed, Orthodox Christian, I prayed that this affliction ends
soon;; but Christ showed me that it was a spiriitual opportunity
to soar more highly into Orthodox spirituality,
sincere daily repentance, and the making of amends.
J-Called
Your title is perfect! You
Your title is perfect! You took the words right out of my heart because I feel that way often and you said it so well.
Your spiritual perspectives are an example of advanced devotion: even upon the most turbulent sea, you find that spot of calm and wisdom where you “count it all joy”.
Peace and prayers.
Thank you very much for the
Thank you very much for the validation. Today is a special for me, the fiftieth anniversary of the day I felt called to write poetry. It was a Monday, also, in 1975, and my carefully constructed world of anticipations (like being a writer of science fiction prose) had come crashing down around my bewildered head. Anyhow, the few changes I am effecting today will be permanent (given the day's personal significance) until I am called home.
Starward-Led [in Chrismation, Januarius]
The day you became a Poet was
The day you became a Poet was a monumental event for you and everyone who has encountered you on these sites. Do something special for yourself! You deserve it, bringer of light and art.
Thank you for that blessing.
Thank you for that blessing. I am again in dire straits, and I ask your prayers.
Starward-Led [in Chrismation, Januarius]
Praying, with positive
Praying, with positive thoughts and sympathy, at this moment. Peace.