God I am... (poem) by Regis Auffray on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on April 27, 2010

YOU ARE RIGHT THEY ARE NOT HAIKUS...THEY ARE FANTASTIC SENRYUS. I LOVE THEM. THANKS FOR SHARING AND MANY BLESSINGS. LOVE,
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Nicole Weaver

Reviewed on September 2, 2009

Regis,
It is nice to escape from the drugery of a mundane wortld in order to come enjoy your powerful verses. They bring much delight to my soul. Merci beaucoup mon cher ami.
Amicalement,
Nicole

Reviewed by Lois Christensen

Reviewed on August 9, 2008

Questions abound in this write, but it is free flowing and truthful and at last you will see the light when that Heavenly Angel takes you to God and he says I AM, Then you will really be glad you believed on him here on earth. Fantastic verses here.

Reviewed by Lavendar Jazz

Reviewed on March 5, 2008

really nice poetry...enjoyed reading

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on December 13, 2007

Very nice, I love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on December 13, 2007

Such a sad feel to these until the last couple, where hope appears. HOPE is a shy gal...she talks to only a few at a time, and only if their faith is strong. Loved these! -Sheila

Reviewed by Fergus Hancock (Reader)

Reviewed on June 30, 2007

Regis, this is a wonderful and heartfelt poem. So true! Remember, the loss of certainty can be the beginning of new discovery. We discover ourselves at these moments, and, I have found, suddenly find God has not left us alone.

Be strong, stand for love and yuor heart. That is the only way to walk the path.

Fergus

Reviewed by Patricia Bankhead (Reader)

Reviewed on June 19, 2007

Regis I felt your heart in this one. This poem really warms my heart. Thanks for sharing.
God bless,
PB

Reviewed by HB Clayton

Reviewed on May 4, 2007

This is an outstanding piece Reg. I'm sure anything that breathes has contemplated the same. HB

Reviewed by Sandi Schraut

Reviewed on December 12, 2006

Angels, surrounding us keeping us safe, whispering in our ears "it will be alright, be patient" This says it so very well! Sandi

Reviewed by Daring Sunshine

Reviewed on October 17, 2006

"sigh" is true emotions...in and out!
Good write!
Pease&Grace,
Sharon

Reviewed by Divinity 11 (Reader)

Reviewed on March 6, 2004

*sigh*

this poem is so moving and touching. It strikes a deep chord within me....

it's just beautiful...

Jessica
aka
gypsie

Reviewed by Ruth Marlene Friesen (Reader)

Reviewed on February 25, 2004

What a prayer, Regis!
The first thing that comes to my mind, is that God has promised to be found of those who sincerely seek Him. If this is the cry of your own heart, I trust that you truly will meet with God, and discover that He cares, and is ready to forgive and receive you as His own child.

From personal experience, I can add that intimacy and pleasant fellowship with the Lord God IS possible. I treasure it more than anything else!

Reviewed by Poetry Deborah

Reviewed on January 21, 2004

Regis, this is absolutely outstanding. What a beautiful piece...I felt every word. A cry unto Heaven....beautiful, just beautiful!

Reviewed by Mark Mahoney (Reader)

Reviewed on January 19, 2004

I really enjoyed this for many many reasons, just struck quite a few chords withing me, thanks for buzz this gave me and thanks for sharing such a wonderful poem, take care of you and yours...Mark...

Reviewed by Denise Edwards

Reviewed on January 14, 2004

Beautiful! Never stop hoping. And please, keep writing!

Denise

Reviewed by Fr. Kurt Messick

Reviewed on January 13, 2004

well done

Reviewed by M.Bennett Hooper (Mikii)

Reviewed on December 24, 2003

God , I'm still breathing...I love this piece it says so much. PEACE AND BLESSINGS DURING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON AND BEYOND.

Reviewed by Mark Rockeymoore

Reviewed on December 8, 2003

amen-ra to these sentiments shared by so many in such pain. this is a wonderful offering of commitment and truth, regis. soulful write!

Reviewed by Vesna Perkovic (Reader)

Reviewed on December 8, 2003

God I am weary
Of pretending I am fine
When I die within

I think I'll print this out and paste it on my notice board....!!!!

YES Regis..I am weary..so many of us are..BUT to live is to be in some form of pain..I can only wish you the following...
I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright. I wish you
enough rain to appreciate the sun more. I wish you enough happiness to keep
your spirit alive. I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life
appear much bigger. I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting. I wish
you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess. I wish enough "Hello's"
to get you through the final "Good-bye."

Perhaps I have gone overboard..but I think you get what I mean..:)
Thankyou sooo much for such an exquisite write!

Vesna :)

Reviewed by *********** ********** (Reader)

Reviewed on December 6, 2003

Moving beyond words......So simply, ty, Dani

Reviewed by Sandra Corona

Reviewed on December 4, 2003

Wow! Cool write. Love it and congradulations on your winning the contest :)!
:)Sandy

Reviewed by Robert Montesino

Reviewed on December 4, 2003

I really love this poem Regis!!! More like this.

Reviewed by ***** ********* (Reader)

Reviewed on December 3, 2003

Regis, this has a strong impact, very powerful work! Your lyric structure is compelling and the subject matter is deep and provocative -- a wonderul write! And many, many Kudos for winning the Poetry Competition!

Reviewed by Connie Washburn (Reader)

Reviewed on December 3, 2003

Wow - powerful poem. You are so talented and congradulations on your winning poem also - Grafitti - way cool!

Reviewed by Maria Cristina Azcona

Reviewed on December 3, 2003

Reviewed by Maria Cristina Azcona:Dear Regis, your poem GOD I AM incarnates the sensitive condition of your delicate, and at the same time, strong soul.

Reviewed by Lynn Barry

Reviewed on December 3, 2003

Beautiful...

Reviewed by C.S. Snow (Reader)

Reviewed on December 3, 2003

Haiku? Prayer? Meditation?
Works for me on all counts.

Thank you-
-C.S.

Reviewed by T. Emilie Dybevik (Reader)

Reviewed on December 3, 2003

This is absolutely beautiful. You took us inside and out of the things some are too proud to speak of and only think about.

"God I am weary
Of pretending I am fine
When I die within"---I --wow. HOld on, picking my jaw up.

I think that is just in your nature... August 10- takes one to know one ;) You can't help it. :)

Excellent!

Thank You,
Emilie

Reviewed by June Thompson (Reader)

Reviewed on December 2, 2003

beautiful

Im just beginning to release such emotions to the one called God

thank you for sharing

Reviewed by Sandy Knauer

Reviewed on December 2, 2003

Very nice... thank you

Reviewed by S H (Reader)

Reviewed on December 1, 2003

Regis, that was beautiful. Thanks for writing it. I find publishers don't like that kind of truth, but it's the poets obligation to write it. All my poetry is like that. I think that's why I get rejected so much, but let's keep writing our deepest darkest feelings. Then we release them so they are free and in return, so are we:)

Reviewed by George MacLean Akurunwa

Reviewed on December 1, 2003

This is awesome, great food for the soul. God bless.

Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Moen

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

Wonderful composition, Regis! The cadence flows and punctuates the words and feelings in a manner which falls, and then rises. :)

Reviewed by ♥ Kari Hirshey ♥ (Reader)

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

"God I am.." amazed. :) you consistantly awe me with your workings, Regis! Thanks for sharing.. I always enjoy.
~Kari Anne~

Reviewed by Nicole Davis Vergara (Reader)

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

Regis my dear you know what it is....
Splendor
Beauty
Sentiment
Inspiration
and you!
((((Hugs))))
~Nikki~

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

well done, ...regist
excellent writes

William

Reviewed by Jim Dunlap

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

Well, it isn't technically haiku in the Japanese sense of what a haiku is -- not to my knowledge anyway. It is very well done, though, and I don't know why you can't make your forms of poetry. You need to lighten up, mon vieux. "Smile and the world smiles with you, cry and you cry alone." There's a lot of truth in that quote.

Reviewed by Andre Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

"God I am..." No matter what anyone will call this form, it is poetry.

This poem is a Paean to Freedom through Justice. It has all the structure to be recited as a "CANTATA"... I suggest that a music be written for it... (That a musician writes � the music � that is already in it!)

"God I am..." This is a poem to be recited by heart!

Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed by Crystal-Rain Love

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

Beautiful. Excellent work, as always.

Reviewed by Trixie Love

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

Hi Regis,
I applaud you on this
incredibly awesome write.

Trixie :)

Reviewed by Oirdheirc Mor (Reader)

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

Hi Regis,
Ten for the price of one, got to be good value.
I think you got your message over nicely.
Mor.

Reviewed by Cherry Pie (Reader)

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

In my philosophy I feel as The Bible says Thart we were all made in GOD"S image so in my journey to find him I look at all those I meet and when I see what makes them who they are the special thangy I know I have seen a qlimpse of the one who made us all.......
Our special someone's help us to see ourselves as special . Thanks for sharing this one..

Reviewed by Judith Pleasant

Reviewed on November 30, 2003

Hi Regis,
You surely was in a deep space and soul searching mood when you wrote this poem. Many people are afraid to put their feelings and fears into words, but it is good that you are not. I can somewhat, but not entirely relate to what you was trying to express. I Thank God,that I don't think I have been so shadowed that I couldn't see the light ahead. I think you will find that light that leads to God with out the doubt and fear and your faith will push you to achieve all your dreams. Keep sharing those feelings. They are great for people to reflect upon. Words of the heart are unbeatable. Keep up the good work.
Blessings,
Judith

Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

Regis...great great write...this should be published in the print for the whole world to read and ponder...BHUWAN

Reviewed by Cynth'ya Reed

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

Well Regis, if ever anyone captured the phase of aloneness and uncertainty, you nailed it dead center my brotha. Those of us who don't let the insanity sink in and take over are more than conquerers, as for me, thru Christ Jesus. And the quest for peace begins with each new day. All we need to do is believe that peace is near when it seems so far away.

Thanks for this revelation in muse,
cynth'ya lewis reed

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

this is a fantastic poem Paul. so emotional

Reviewed by jan nunn (Reader)

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

very enjoyable..the soul appreciates empathy

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

A strong expression of faith. God will never give you up. Keep praying.

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

Reviewed by Christine Morell

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

Each one is truly beautiful and for my library where I can savour them.
~Chrissie

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

good ending ... keep the faith ...

Reviewed by Carmen Ruggero

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

"eternal hope" I like that. It's what keeps us going day, after day, after day. Love this poem very much.

Carmen

Reviewed by Joseph* OneLight*� (Reader)

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

A beautiful prayer!

~Joseph

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

How did you know How I feel??

Thanks for posting this....made me feel not so alone and lost!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Trish - The Trickster

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

Seems everyone has said it all...so I will simply say I enjoyed it very much. Thank you.

Reviewed by Susan Phillips

Reviewed on November 29, 2003

I have been there and this piece perfectly sums up the desolation. My favourite kind of poem - one written from the soul.

Reviewed by Bonita Quesinberry

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

Well, I don't measure a poet by the "type" of poetry he or she writes. To me, a poet writes from the heart and mind: impossible one without the other. This is poetry, Regis: well written, full of emotion of your spirit within. If this is what you feel, then I pray you find your way to the peace and happiness I feel. Love in Christ~~ Bonnie Q

Reviewed by Julie Donner Andersen

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

Brutal honesty, laying bare an emotional soul that cries out for redemption and understanding. Wise words, Reg. Lovely prose.

Jules :)

Reviewed by Aamie Burnley

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

... simple prayers, for all ages, to unite all humankind in the face of the unknown, and the unknowable. many thanks for these words of comradship.

Reviewed by Tami Ryan

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

You've laid your soul open for all to see... Bravo. Beautifully done, Regis!

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

This is great poetry!!!!!!!

Reviewed by ya mama (Reader)

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

i loved these.

Reviewed by Linda Hill

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

My friend, this is outstanding...
Yes, I would call it seasons of the soul.
This is beautiful!

Your friend,
*Linda*

Reviewed by Lady Peg (Reader)

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

Regis,
This is beautiful and yes i believe the soul has seasons Love the art also.

Peg

Reviewed by Antoinette Kopperfield

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

Excellent write! Fear nothing for your soul speaks the truth. You have expressed true feelings. A great way for you to understand yourself....
Sincerely
Antoinette

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

You have seasoned this
With your love and writing here
God I liked this one

Reviewed by Evelyn Simon

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

What an incredible poem. Excellent.

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

They are written very well. Sad they are, but it's that season?
Hope you had a pleasant Thanksgiving......

Reviewed by Monette Bebow-Reinhard (Reader)

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

I sense a hopelessness here that only death can overcome. Oh, say it isn't so! Well written piece, Regis. But I hope your next one is happier!
Monette

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

I love each one and the entire collection is splendidly expressed!

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

Call them what you will, Regis, I enjoyed each one of them. Well done.

Reviewed by Susan Sparks (Reader)

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

Hey Regis: I like the ending the best. I believe the Soul does have seasons; hopefully the last season the Soul will spring forth into Nirvana.
Susan Sparks

Reviewed by Floria Kelderhouse (Reader)

Reviewed on November 28, 2003

Regis I will let the Haiku specialists answer your question...I dont do them...but I will say...there is so much feeling here...I love the structure of it...I love all the sentiments in it...and it is really good writing...from your soul...so who cares if it should be about the seasons...which I am not sure about anyway...all I know is I loved reading it....great work...floria