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I Give Thanks
by Carmen Ruggero

Sunday, November 25, 2007
Rated "G" by the Author.
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My last post, was in May of 2007. Back then, I offered to you, a poem titled: "The Seed of Hope". I had been diagnosed with lung cancer. The cancer had spread to the lymph nodes and I was told then, I wouldn't live to see my next birthday. My birthday was last week. That "Seed of Hope" seems to have gone a long way. I am cancer free and my poem today, though it is a re-write, it is seasonally and topically appropriate.


I give thanks for the hard times,
for they made me strong.
I give thanks for the lean times,
for they made a giver.
I give thanks for the loneliness;
it taught me to be a friend.
I give thanks for the hunger
that taught me to share.
I give thanks for the tears,
that taught me to smile.
I am grateful to the darkness
for it helped me find the light.
I give thanks for the storm
and the pain and the fear
that made me a survivor.
I give thanks for the gift of words;
and as long as there is air to breathe
and light to see, and lessons to learn,
to share the blessing,
on this day and always, I will write.


Carmen Ruggero ©2007


 

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Reviewed by randy smith 5/2/2009
Carmen. I am very happy you recovered. You have much to be thankful for.Very nice write. Life has many ups and downs,but we must press onward into tomorrow. I am glad you didn't give up. R C Smith
Reviewed by John Domino 4/24/2009
Thank you for such an inspirational message!

Amen!
Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen 5/26/2008
as always, beautifully expressed, carmen.
be well, poetess!
carolyn
Reviewed by E. Richardson 3/3/2008
It is good to see your words again my friend...and I am glad that you remain with us. Take care of yourself and continue to write with the verve you have in this lovely piece.
Reviewed by Amor Sabor 1/19/2008
I pray the Creator sees over you to continue your recovery and bring you into a plethora of writing as beautiful as ever.
Love
Amor
Reviewed by Robin Ouzman Hislop 12/9/2007
How incredible Carmen, what a recovery & what you have been through, such a resounding poem congrats & saludos hasta anon
Reviewed by George MacLean Akurunwa 11/29/2007
What a thankful heart, enjoyed it.
Reviewed by jude forese 11/28/2007
great news Carmen ... it must be the positive nature of your soul that overcame your body's temporary obstacle ...
Reviewed by Kathryn Collins 11/27/2007
Dearest Carmen:

How wonderful to see your comment the other day. Thank you.

Now you.... Seed of Hope, yes yes yes. I've thought of you so often. Happy best birthday of your life I'll bet. I was so extremely scared for you - lung cancer beat my husband in less than a year. You are inspiring, strong and a talented poet to boot. I'm sorry you have had to go through those horrid treatments, but here you are... back with us and all you love.

Great big hugs and kisses,
Kathy
Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green 11/26/2007
Beyond inspiring !! But then, so are you, my strong and courageous and talented friend. {Not to state the obvious.) I am so, so glad that cancer is behind you. More than anything, it was your attitude that routed it. Of that I am positive. We all need to take a page from your book! Never give in, never give up. Just g i v e. Love yourself and others as each of us is born to do. Reading this and your recent messages is just the pick-me-up I need. Girl, you are
a . w o n d e r. With love, awe, and respect. . .always, and then.
xOx Pea xOs
Reviewed by Tinka Boukes 11/26/2007
Happy Belated Birthday Carmen...so good to read you again...may there be many more poems of soon!!

Thank GOD for the GOOD news that you shared today!!

Warmest LOVE & HUGS SIS!!

Love Tinka
Reviewed by Andre Bendavi ben-YEHU 11/26/2007
Blissful new year and healthy new life.

I have enjoyed the reading of "I Give Thanks".

In admiration,


Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Reviewed by Mr. Ed 11/26/2007
So very nice to see you posting, and to read your good news, Carmen. Your poem is wonderful.

Happy, Happy Birthday! Welcome Back! And, Write On!
Reviewed by Helga Ross 11/26/2007
Happy Birthday, Carmen!
And here's to your health! I'm so happy for you. Congratulations!
Your story is truly inspiring.
Hope to continue reading you here once more.
Perhaps you will write about it; share and enlighten? You know me, I'd prefer, through your poetry. Just the kind of message, makes it meaningful.

Oh, and I want to thank you for your wonderful review on my latest poem. Made me laugh, just like you, and makes my day, too.

Helga
Reviewed by Georg Mateos 11/26/2007
Welcome back Carmen!!! so, one of my little prayers got through among the myriad ones of all your friends, now you know, friends can heal anything when they are so many!!!
Now, dear girl, is time to start writing about all that time of silence, when inside the cocoon you had time to become a literary butterfly.
Georg
Reviewed by Karen Palumbo 11/25/2007
God Bless You Carmen and I will certainly pray that your seed of hope continues to bring you happiness for many, many years to come. A belated happy birthday to you and am very happy you are doing well. God Bless You....

Be safe,
Karen
Reviewed by Regina Pounds 11/25/2007
Happy Birthday and many happy returns, Carmen...and I gladly join you in Thanks-Giving! Your long silence spoke volumes...your courage shines through every word you post.

Thank you for the gift of yourself to us.

much love,
Gina
Reviewed by Rebecca Lerwill 11/25/2007
Carmen,
and many thanks to the good Lord for keeping his protecting hand above you! I'm so glad that you're around for this birthday and many, many more to come!
And yes, please ALWAYS write!
R~
Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner 11/25/2007
Carmen,

Praise God! Doctors don't know everything. I always say, "the reason they call it medical PRACTICE is because they haven't perfected it yet." Truth? Indeed. A most beautiful write of celebration and gratitude, welcome back, you've been missed!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Reviewed by Regis Auffray 11/25/2007
Praise be! This is wonderful news, Carmen. Your gratefulness shines through your verses. Peace, love, and best wishes to you,

Regis
Reviewed by Connie Faust 11/25/2007
I don't remember reading your work before, but have just now read several, happily for me. Congratulations on your birthday and your good health report!

Connie
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