All That Matters (poem) by Annabel Sheila on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on February 22, 2011

This is a remarkable poem. So full of emotion. Our children are definitely our hope and inspirations. May God bless you every day of your life.

Daniel

Reviewed by Amor Sabor

Reviewed on February 22, 2011

The power one has when they are with children is so great...love spills out everywhere in abundance. Beautifully written.
Amor

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on February 22, 2011

And she knew she�d rise again

A marvelous ending, indeed.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

Any parent who goes through separation, at one point or another when faced with dispair realizes the unconditional love of and for their children will always be the light at the end of the tunnel...you nailed this one Anna. Very good..,
fee

Reviewed by John Bidwell

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

I'm sure somehow living for my son kept me alive through such betrayal. I can't believe it has been 7 years. I've had him through these 7 years and couldn't be more proud. (Even with the long hair.)
I do know- children are a lifeline.
Difficult poem- but right on.

John

Reviewed by Richard King

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

Anna, this is unbelievably well done. I'm hopeful that it�s is not a self portrait, but if it is, it sounds like you've conquered the pain. Here�s hoping�. Thanks Dick

Reviewed by Mark Lichterman

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

Beautifully stated, my friend. When all else seems dark, our children, if we've raised them properly, can most certainly bring us back into the light. You know that only my very best wishes are reserved for you.
Mark

Reviewed by Christine Tsen

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

Vibrantly human and full of resilience!
Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by TONY NERONE

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

Beautiful reflection upon yourself, Annabel. I know as far as I go my grown children are keeping me alive. I love the two of them dearly.
Namaste
Tony

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

Yes, Annabel, while I agree that she is all that matters,
I admire the writer's skill that shaped this marvelous
poem, line by line, from the plummet to the resolution.
-gene.

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

A vivid moment of realization, Annabel. Life-changing...and you capture that nicely.
Sheila

Reviewed by Lonnie Hicks

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

Inspirational and there can be no higher intent or accomplishment.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

I posted my own "quote" on Facebook yesterday:

�For those who love and trust and are betrayed, there is no greater pain.�

Betrayal is deadly and it takes a great deal of strength to recover from it - if that is even possible; for I do not believe that it is true that "time heals all wounds" when it comes to betrayal. I do love the hope that is evident in your ending of this poem, Annabel. Thank you for sharing this offering. Love and best wishes,

Regis

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

SO INSPIRING! SURELY, THIS KIND OF BROKEN HEART SEARCHING FOR JUST THE RIGHT WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT...WILL BE STRENGTHENED AND FILLED WITH HOPE. THANKS, ANNABEL, THIS IS A WONDERFUL SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on February 21, 2011

If this is reality, I am sorry, Annabel, and even if it isn't it is a scene that happens more often than not in this crazy world we have constructed for ourselves to live it.

Why do men (and women) feel the need to hurt the ones they share their lives with? Many reason, I suppose, but nothing justifies cruelty, either mentally or physically. Still, it happens . . .

I loved the ending to this poem.