Faces of Disability ( semi-autobiographical ) (poem) by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on August 16, 2003

a touching write, I like your attitude so much, it can make a big difference in life. peace

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

Your right Karla and you poetically expressed it very well here. take care and keep chasing the best feeling you can. love u G

Reviewed by Ashraf Goreja (Reader)

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

Most beautiful and touching and a very great write indeed.

Greetings and blessings.

Ashraf

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Reviewed by Trish - The Trickster

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

A powerful and touching write, Karla...excellent.

Reviewed by Joseph* OneLight*� (Reader)

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

A meaningful and sensitive write. I have fibromyalgia, so I can relate very well to chronic pain and fatigue.

~Joseph

Reviewed by Melissa Rives

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

Powerful message, and you've proven once again what marvelous abilities each person has! Hugs....Melissa, Cody, Mitch, and Hannah!

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

Sensitive and well written, Karla. You are stronger than you know.

Reviewed by John Bidwell

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

Thank you fo sharing this.
You have great abilities too.
One day at a time, I hope life is kind to you. I know friends at the Den will be.
John

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

A very touching write Karla!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Jaclynn Huntington (Reader)

Reviewed on August 12, 2003

We all have special needs. Some much greater than others. But we all need to be treated with dignity. Well put mi'lady.
~Jackie~

Reviewed by Birdie Houston (Reader)

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Prayer can change things but there are many who have a disability of meanness and it never goes away

Reviewed by Ted Sheridan (Reader)

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Mind over matter, and you can do it all.

Reviewed by Nicole Davis Vergara (Reader)

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

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OUTSTANDING AND PERFECTION KARLA...these words of yours will sting some I am sure but to those of us afflicted with maladies this one sings joyously loud with wisdom and truth!!!!
((((Hugs))))
~Nikki~
P.S. I am afflicted myself
1. Degenerative Joint Disease in advanced stages in my knees
2. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (Unsure if I spelled it right this late at night)
3. Low Blood Pressure to the point at times I pass out...yea I know not good!
4. And there is always the scare that the cervical cancer shall return!

Our maladies be different Karla dear friend but I just wanted you to know you are not the only one! ((((Hugs))))

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Outstanding write Karla!I pray God will bless you with the power to overcome your afflictions.We learn respect from our families, if we don't then it is our duty to learn it on our own as we mature. There is no excuse for disrespect and we shouldn't blame anyone but ourselves ,if we show it!Too many blame it on their upbringing thinking that lets them off the hook!It doesn't!

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Respect of aonther should be automatic. Excellent write!

Reviewed by Zenith Elliott

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Karla, thank you for writing this it really needed to be said! Just like the saying goes don't judge a book by it's cover...I know this was painful for you to write but you did all of us that suffer from invisible disabilities a great service. Bravo! I wish for you the best of what each day may have to offer... Love ~Z~

Reviewed by Debby Rosenberg

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

i can understand invisible disabilities - perhaps these earth symptoms and endurance grow the spirit instead...*grin*

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

(((((KARLA)))))))

Ignorance is deplorable. No one ever thinks what it feels like to be in the shoes of someone that's disabled

a little compassion understanding and a helping hand if asked would prevail

I am so sorry you suffer so much, not only from your disability and pain, but from the ridicule you put up with.

Love, your friend,
Marilyn

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

(((((((((((KARLA)))))))))))))

such a compelling write; this drew me in from the beginning, and would NOT let go! bravo for your courage in writing this; i know it wasn't easy at times from reading your words. i know what you live with, and i know you hurt or are frustrated by people's reactions or treatments of you. but i AM behind you 1000%, and i will ALWAYS be! NEVER give up, and keep on shining; you are a truly courageous light in my eyes! :) and i am so glad you are my twin! i love you with all my heart and soul, and i am so glad i didn't miss this! this is fantastic writing!~ ((((HUGS)))) and MUCH love, your twin, karen lynn. :D

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Disabilities are meant to be overcome. Hang in and you can too.

Reviewed by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Beautiful Karla, Such wisdom in this lovely and beautiful poem, This was outstanding, YOU are so right...

Reindeer

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on August 11, 2003

Karla:

I know what you mean by that. Some disabilities aren't visible, and the people are not aware of the pains it cause the bearer.

Good write Karla!

May Lu a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)