A Handmade Treasure (poem) by Joyce E Bowling on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on July 15, 2007

Joyce, I agree with Loretta. A beautiful memoir. Often the simplest thing mean the most. A treasure in ones heart. Beautiful work my friend.

Reviewed by alejapoet@aol.com Bennett

Reviewed on May 18, 2007

THIS IS SO DEAR AND I FELT SO MUCH LOVE
AND GRATITUDE IN THIS ONE. I WAS SO HAPPY
FOR YOU. GOD BLESS.

Reviewed by Myrna Badgerow

Reviewed on February 14, 2007

Aren't they just the best ever? What a treasure!

love, Myrna

Reviewed by Daring Sunshine

Reviewed on February 14, 2007

Wow! Happy Valentine's Day! Whata treasure memory for sure!
Thanks for sharing.

Reviewed by Theresa Koch

Reviewed on February 14, 2007

Just beautiful
Happy Valentines day!

Reviewed by Approximately Naive

Reviewed on February 13, 2007

Nothing beats the gift of our own thoughts wrapped in love for our beloved.

Regards
Dai

Reviewed by Loretta Scott

Reviewed on February 13, 2007

Joyce, what a beautiful-heart wrenching memoir, isn't it beautiful to hold onto the simplest things that mean enormous glitter etched in our hearts. Have a Happy Bless Valentine's Day...and yes keep writing.

Loretta Scott
www.gulfnurse.com

Reviewed by Fannie Hudson

Reviewed on February 12, 2007

That is a wonderful Valentine Story, and a Beautiful Valentines Gift, here is wishing you and your husband many, many, happy returns on Valentines Day.

Your friend,

Fannie Minson Hudson

Reviewed by Linda Wells (Reader)

Reviewed on February 12, 2007

Cards written from the heart tell more of a personal note than one that is already written, I think. My husband has wrote me several cards, valentines day, anniversary, even birthday. The ones for no reason were the most special. he didn't try to ryme, or make it any certain way, he just pours his heart and soul into it and I love and appreciate that he can do that! It is a gift! beautiful poem Joyce, you should take it to the drugstore and have it laminated. I have 4 laminated and they have a special place in my bedroom. Truly touchs me, and I can see it does you too!

Be thankful for your husband, as I am sure he is for you!

Blessings,
Linda Wells

Reviewed by Mitzi Jackson

Reviewed on February 12, 2007

and they are the best gifts aren't they
wonderfully beautiful share!!!
enjoyed

Reviewed by Kimmy Van Kooten

Reviewed on February 12, 2007

These gifts are my favorite ones too! Made in love~
Enjoyed!
Love and Peace~
Kimmy~

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on February 12, 2007

Heart touching and romantic write; you are so blessed to have a man like your hubby! God bless you both, and Happy V Day to you both! BRAVA!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

Reviewed by Randall Barfield

Reviewed on February 12, 2007

a very touching write/read. thanks for sharing it. so many times it isn't the value of a gift but we fail to see that.

Reviewed by Sandi Schraut

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

A treasure that will always be!! What a special thing that is! Sandi

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

Joyce,

Love should always be cherished with the heart and not weighed in monetary value. This write is so special my friend as both of you are.

Reviewed by Chrissy McVay

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

I agree with Nordette. The best gifts are from the heart...

Chrissy

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

A love like this is a blessing..
thanks for sharing and stopping by
me friend..

Reviewed by Lynn Barry

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

AH, how lovely. Good read.

Reviewed by Jo Pelletier (Reader)

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

How sweet a gift that is never forgotten. Thank you for sharing the poem with AD. It is powerful to see love like this.
Blessings, Jo

Reviewed by Bill Grimes Jr.

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

Hi Joyce,
Such tender and basal connection between you and your beloved........moving and rich. I miss that safe monogamy so......Drank it all away about 6 years ago. As always, God took a negative and made it good. Today I counsel others who still suffer. Thank you so much for your words of peace and hope.

Peace,

Bill

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

Beautiful poetry You write Joyce
I truly enjoy all your written thoughts

Peace & love
William

Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

Your words are most powerful Joyce! God Bless you, Holly

Reviewed by Art Hernandez

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

There is no deeper love than the one from the heart...it is this that you received and your poem expresses this wonderfull gift. I am sure you and your husband live life and love to the fullest...

nice poem.....Art Sun...

Reviewed by Ann Marquette

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

Oh so beautiful. I can see why it is the BEST you ever received, because it came straight from his heart, from his INSPIRATION.

ann

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on February 11, 2007

i use to make my wifes cards also, of course it's been a few years since I made her one because i started buying them,nice reflective poem

Reviewed by Richard Orey

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

And now you know, dear Joyce,
A loving gift of yourself, a loving gift from the heart, is the most precious gift of all!

Keep that up front, fellas. The big V day is nearly here.
Richard

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Oh my!...I wish my hubby would be sentimental like yours!!!!! No doubt this is the best gift, because the words in the card are from his heart. Wonderful treasure!!!!! You are one lucky lady!!!!!!

Sandie May Angel :o)

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

I can see why this gift would of been your favorite! What a romatic man your husband can be. Thank you for sharing this joy with us.

Reviewed by Sue Hess

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

this is special, as he obviously is..he seems to be a keeper

Reviewed by CJ Heck

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Oh Joyce I agree! It was made by his hands and heart -- nothing could ever be better. No wonder you kept it all these years, I would, too. You've made my Valentine's Day better just by letting me share this with you. Thank you.
Love,
CJ

Reviewed by H. Lena Jones

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

That is the most romantic thing a man could do for his beloved--a hand-made card with words from the heart. That's better than flowers or even chocolates. You can keep that card forever...and look at it whenever. Wow! I really like that, Joyce. You tell Dennis that in my book, he is one terrific guy. Yes siree!

God Bless
Much love
Lena

Reviewed by J M (Reader)

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

OH darn {{{tears}}}} This was so beautiful and precious a love for a lifetime is rare and wonderful a gift from God above.

Bless you Both always,
Joselyn

Reviewed by K. Mulroney

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

What a great love story! If only we were all treated with so much love!

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Perfection...On VD I can never get in, for all the mail...

Reviewed by Angel God is Love

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Hosw sweet love is from the heart sounds like he has love in his heart.
Hugs Angela

Reviewed by Susan Sonnen

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

precious memory!!

Reviewed by Laura Mayer (Reader)

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Ahhh..how sweet is he, and how sweet you are to give him inspiration to write such a valentine!! Beautiful memory.
Hugs, Laura

Reviewed by Rusty Daily

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

A very wise message for the men Joyce. Little bits and pieces bound together as a token of love.
Rusty

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

What a nice sharing . Love's gifts come in many different forms, and those from the heart are amoung the best. ......M

Reviewed by Sharon Jordan

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Dear Joyce,

I share your sentiments. I have saved handmade gifts from my husband and our two daughters. Some I have gramed and put on the wall. These are among my most precious possessions. You've touched this precious topic so well.

Blessings,
Sharon

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

This is so sweet, Joyce. I'm a keeper also of all those wonderful little treasures people have given me. What a wonderful husband to take the time to create such a lovely card after working such long days and hours. Bless you both, my friend.

Reviewed by Victor Buhagiar (Reader)

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Hold on to him, Lady. He's precious. As your are, of course. Victor

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

God Bless those Who care!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

You know what's important and how blessed you are to have the kind of love your husband gives you! Beautifully written, uplifting story/poem! Great for valentines day!

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by Gwendolyn Thomas Gath

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Oh this is so touching and so heartwarming Dear Friend.
Just simply grand~Yes shall be a treasure throughout eternity.
How utterly beautiful!
What a Godly given gift from such a dear heart of a man...even I would like to thank him.

Surely your tears did flow. I love to give the handmade things myself that is how I was raised nothing any finer than that, Ever!!
You and your Sweetheart have a most lovely Valentine's Day.
Here is something for you words~"Nothing finer thn a girl from Kentuckiana"!~Uknow that's true...Smile

Lots of love to you and the sweetie, take care friend always,
~From the Heart of an Artist...

Reviewed by Michael Mathieu (Reader)

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Such a beautiful and romantic thought from him,Hold on tight my friend,Loved it,thanks for sharing,

Michael

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on February 10, 2007

Your hubby sounds like one terrific guy, Joyce, and that sounds like one terrific Valentine keepsake.