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Chance Encounter
by Diana Wiles → (All Poetry by Diana Wiles)
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A chance encounter in Fondo, Italy. An old lady had fallen inside a gift shop..I was concerned for her and went across after she had been helped up onto a chair...She patted MY hand and reassured me as I was upset for her..I couldn't understand her words..but the tone of her voice, and her actions spoke volumes...priceless... experience..

 

 

A chance encounter
that meant so much
Old Italian Lady,
with such a gentle touch.
I wanted to help
yet she comforted me,
I know what I gave
helped her -

But helped me.
A warmth and compassion
I'll never forget.
her eyes full of living
And wisdom -
A debt, I can never repay
For that beautiful day,
When two strangers passed by..

Both with Love in their eye.




 

 


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 Reviews of "Chance Encounter"
Reviewed by Corrine Ardoin
Reviewed on May 29, 2021
This is beautiful. I can just imagine meeting a kind stranger like her, wondering who she was and if we'll meet again. Sincerely, Corrine Ardoin

Reviewed on May 12, 2012
Guides sometimes come to us in mysterious ways to help us through a rough spot.

Lovely Diana

Love and Light
Lily

Reviewed by Diana Legun (Reader)
Reviewed on March 27, 2012
Seems to me anyone who looks with such awareness has no debt to repay because it is an equal 'exchange.' We never know what our eyes can do for someone in only an instant and to only a stranger.

Reviewed by Elizabeth Russo
Reviewed on March 30, 2011
These kinds of moments in life are so meaningful. Isn't it wonderful how we can touch (and be touched) in seemingly small ways that stay with us for a very long time. A beautiful encounter of humanity. ~Hugs, Elizabeth

Reviewed by Gene Williamson
Reviewed on March 26, 2011
A chance encounter, Diana, but one that lives on in these
lovingly penned words and, I suggest, in the heart of the
Old Italian Lady you comforted on that day she fell inside
the gift shop. -gene.

Reviewed by Chessly Nesci
Reviewed on March 23, 2011
I met an older lady that touched my heart as well. Very sweet poem Diana! Take care,~Chessly

Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on February 26, 2011
Diana, these are the lasting touches and impressions...if you have time please read my poem 'Exchange of a moment'..it is just this~
Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)
Reviewed on February 25, 2011
Oh my...beautiful writing sweet lady...sighh..stay safe and well..Hugss

Reviewed by J. Allen Wilson
Reviewed on February 25, 2011
Well said...yet me thinks that chance does not exist and that all we meet...we meet for a reason and a season...God Bless

Allen

Reviewed by Jms Bell
Reviewed on February 24, 2011
NO DOUBT, SHE IS THINKING THE SAME THING ABOUT YOU. GOD IS JUST THAT WAY...HE TAKES ONE INCIDENT AND BLESSES TWO SOULS (SOMETIMES EVEN MORE) WITH HIS LOVE. THANKS FOR SHARING THIS UNFORGETTABLE MEMORY. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Donna Chandler
Reviewed on February 24, 2011
A beautifully written example of the Golden Rule. Thank you for sharing this memorable moment in your life.

Donna

Reviewed on February 24, 2011
this is priceless Diana
your souls spoke too
and the language of love

Love & Priceless Moments
Vickie

Reviewed by Liana Margiva
Reviewed on February 24, 2011
LOVELY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Just living in the moment, that is what you did, and you embraced it and captured something very special between two beautiful spirts.

Sounds like it was an amazing experience..I am happy for you.

Much peace, love and light,
Amber

Reviewed by John Flanagan
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Beautiful, uplifting encounter, Diana,
the reward priceless.

John

Reviewed by Tim VanGuilder (Reader)
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Ultruism at its finest. ciao tj

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
The reaching out of a hand to someone in need, whether such a simple gesture as this or a life giving organ donation, does touch our hearts and memories forever. Some of my favorite memories in my life are the times I did volunteer work for the needy...
fee

Reviewed by David Thompson
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Isn't it something how a smile, a pat on the hand, or some other small gesture can speak the universal language of friendliness toward mankind. I think it was meant for us all to be this way toward one another. And if this could be, then the world we inhabit would be such a happier place for all. It's so nice to read you once again, Diana. Your writing speaks volumes about your character.


Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Sometimes it is the unexpected which linger inside our hearts forever. I have had my "Old Italian Lady" moments. It is then that you realize what life is really all about. For most of us, however, we forget too soon and continue our way through the world as we did before that wonderful encounter.

Reviewed by Debby Rosenberg
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
exchanges that come at the soul level are so deep and profound...this is a beautiful expression of your experience Diana. Many blessings to you!

Reviewed on February 23, 2011
When we give we usually receive more in return, a priceless experience. Thank you for sharing it with us.

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
We may never know how a small concern can affect both the giver and receiver but you explained how it does.

George

Reviewed by TONY NERONE
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Beautiful sentiments expressed in this lovely poem.
Namaste
Tony

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Thank you for sharing this special and meaningful experience through your verses, Diana. Love and best wishes to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Mark Lichterman
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
As your words so aptly state, sometimes the simplest of circumstances can become the most memorable.
Mark

Reviewed by Amor Sabor
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
We put the devil to shame when we act with true compassion for others all in "the likeness of God" as he intended and it makes our hearts glad as well...does it not? Beautiful vivid write.
Amor

Reviewed on February 23, 2011
nice moment written so well. Morgan

Reviewed by John Bidwell
Reviewed on February 23, 2011
Beautiful capture of one of life's blessed moments.
May we all collect them so well.

John


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