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Miranda Hawley's Writing Prompt Contest ~ 2/12/25

Clinging to Hope: Hold onto This Anchor, Please


I have been tossed in raging tempest storms,
and dealt with life's stress far beyond the norm.
I've walked alone on nights of pouring rain,
felt blows of physical and mental pain.

I've gazed at stars glowing above my head,
tried to forget sorrowful things I dread.
Stayed in bed when the sunlight rose at dawn,
my window shades pulled tight, and curtains drawn. 

There were hungry times with nothing to eat, 
cried myself to sleep, verging on defeat.
I've wakened on mornings of birds singing...
the sound of church bells that I hear ringing.

Comforted knowing God, my Father cares,
Hope is my anchor, my burdens He bears.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025


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Date: 3/3/2025 6:58:00 PM
I can totally relate to this poem. I've been through a lot and have overcome a lot as well. Your last two lines hit the nail directly on its head. The raging storms are nasty to deal with, and yet it is comforting to know that God cares.
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Date: 3/2/2025 4:43:00 AM
'Comforted knowing God, my Father cares' so nice dear poet. Congratulations on your win.
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Date: 2/14/2025 8:30:00 AM
Lin, no matter what, no one or no thing can take away our inner sense of peace and happiness at being. I love what you've written. It rings true.
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Lin Lane
Date: 2/18/2025 11:47:00 AM
Thank you ever so much, Duke.
Date: 2/13/2025 7:43:00 AM
Dear Lin, Well I am glad I found your new art piece. Wow, the raw honesty in describing both the physical and emotional battles you've faced is truly moving. I thought about all the storms we live through and yet the gentle hope that comes through with the sound of church bells and the comfort of knowing God's presence is beautifully tender. Amazing as always!! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
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Lin Lane
Date: 2/13/2025 4:48:00 PM
In the world today, there always seems to be thunder roaring somewhere, Daniel. I don't think there's a better way to honor hope than to give praise to the One who instills it within us. Thanks so very much.
Date: 2/13/2025 1:33:00 AM
beautiful and emotive sonnet, enjoyed
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Lin Lane
Date: 2/13/2025 4:46:00 PM
Thank you, Yann.
Date: 2/12/2025 12:41:00 PM
Even in our darkest times the only thing that keeps us going is hope, we should never give up on it. Powerful verse Lin, best of luck in the contest. Tom
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Lin Lane
Date: 2/13/2025 4:45:00 PM
Thank you ever so much for your contest wishes, Tom.
Date: 2/12/2025 12:20:00 PM
Such powerful images Lin but it is a poem of hope :-) hugs Jan xx
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Lin Lane
Date: 2/13/2025 4:45:00 PM
Aye, Jan and one that we must always maintain hope.
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