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My Second Chance
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My Second Chance |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI 
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I wrote this testimony poem back in 2013 ~ I am celebrating 5 years of life since my heart attack. I wanted to share it with you and give glory to God ~ Thanks if you read & God Bless Life doesn't dole out many second chances Especially when death rears its ugly head Yet here I humbly sit with pen and paper An abundance of praise upon my lips and in my heart I still hear the Doctor's shocking words ringing in my head "Massive heart attack" reverberates in my ears Surgery now or death slices through the pristine ER I am in denial; I feel fine; I am not prepared for this I am surrounded by a sea of taunt, anxious faces I see worry and hints of fear in the depths of their eyes All I can think of are my kids, I didn't get to see them I didn't get to tell them or anyone that I love them I pray and turn it all over to the Lord A calmness comes over me from head to toe I feel like I have stepped outside of myself, an onlooker Every one scurries to their tasks with great precision The room is a blur of masked white shadows hovering about me I wait for an injection of the magic sleeping potion But, alas, there will be none on this eye opening journey Lights, camera, action and the big screen looms into view Surgery begins and I lay there in a trance, staring at my heart I watch as they open my artery and allow my life blood to flow They're discussing procedures and sports events in the same sentence My mind tries to make sense of the medical terms flying about My brain seems to have a blockage too: It sounds like gibberish I pray and turn it all over to the Lord Two heart surgeries and seven stents later here I sit in awe Sixty-five percent of my heart damaged, it will be a long road ahead I don't know why God spared my life, but I do know one thing All things are possible with God and I am proof of that miracle Each day brings with it new challenges that have to be met But with each mountain that has to be climbed comes strength The love for life and living becomes more precious than ever My perseverance knows no bounds as I strive for complete healing I am more thankful now for each sunrise and sunset I get to behold Though I am worried about future surgeries and complications I feel very blessed and am thankful for each beat of my heart So that I never pass up the chance again I say to my family & my friends I Love You and Thank You for touching my life © Poet In Pink 2013 |
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Bluesy Socrateaser Member Elite
since 2002-11-07
Posts 2417In The Mirror |
Most inspiring, Miss Pinky. For me, there is a "nutshell" and the 'nutshell' is this: quote:Bright Blessings, my dear...many of them.  ...just bein' Bluesy |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
Pinkypulse! WOW! Would never have imagined such a thing were so. You are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing. ~L |
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2islander2 Member Ascendant
since 2008-03-12
Posts 6825by the sea |
Hi Pip, this is a "terrible story", and it is so legitimate to thanks God, or someone, the doctors, the nurses, I wish now that you will be quiet with your heart, and live many goods things that you deserve, with tour kids and family, this can happen to everyone, we have to care, thanks for the "inspiring" poem take care yann |
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augustsky Senior Member Posts 828 midwest US |
Alana, I knew this had happened to you, but I had never read your Poem-testimony before, must have been away at the time. I admire your courage through all you've been through, also just the ability to share it. You are a brave lady, a Dear person..& I wish you only the best life has to offer..you deserve it! This is a Beautiful piece, keep writing my friend ((((HUGS)))) |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Heartbeats . . . and Prayers, my friend. walk easy, you're in my thoughts each day. jimmy |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
Thank you Bluesy for your kind comment Much appreciate you |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
Thank you Lori Belle Hugz |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
Thank you dear Yann for your heart warming comment |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
Thank you sweet sky ~ I am very blessed Huggerz |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
Thank you dear Jimmy for your heart-touching reply |
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CocoBaci Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 3043 |
Hi Poet In Pink, I must confess this read brought me to tears. I appreciate so much your sharing this touching read |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Pink...This is my first time to read this and I must say Thank God for sparing you and for giving you that second chance. You were given this second chance because God has something special for you to do in life and until you do what he has set for you to do you will remain here. This happened to me and I think thru my faith I know what my purpose in life is and I work everyday doing what I think he wants me to do...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
I read your poem, Poet (pink is not my favourite colour, so I prefer to call you Poet) with tears streaming down my cheeks, and had a reply ready and read all the replies. I had cold (not unpleasant) shivers when I read Paul's reply, as what I wanted to say was some of what he did (not the "This happened to me" bit). So I will quietly repeat that your work on Earth is not yet done. You must be doing it well, seeing that God wants you to keep on doing it. I will read more of your poetry (despite the pink font - forgive me for saying that, - it just goes to show the impact of your poem (am I forgiven now?). Praying for your continued successful worktime on Earth. |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
~CocoBaci~ Pleased to meet you ~ Thank you for taking the time to read and for your kind reply. Blessings Alana |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
Paul ~ Thank you so much for your heartwarming reply & inspiration. So sorry that you also had to go through anything life threatening. I'd say we are both blessed my friend. Blessings Alana |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
OwlSA ~ Thank you for reading and for your kindhearted comments. Please don't feel you ever have to apologize for saying you don't like pink font....I don't apologize for using it my friend. It has been my favorite color since I was a little girl ~ My dear sweet Moms color too...I lost her many years ago, but when I see something pretty and pink it brings her to mind with a smile. We are all individuals, and that is what makes each one of us special...When I write my poetry it comes from my heart and soul and to me the color of font makes no difference It is a soothing and happy color in my life...Alas my pen name...Poet In Pink...Blessings to you |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
I tried to reply to your email but it wouldn't deliver. I think it has something to do with the fact you don't have an email icon. Don't fret, no harm intended by a very gentle soul. No word from the lovebirds, they may be writing a book about their love story. hugnubak ~L |
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bbynams Junior Member Posts 49 |
Maybe Jesus sneaks back in once in a while. He did it before, right? PPS: I don't bleed out, I'm the Holy Spirit! |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
Alana - This is Namyh here and I'm damn glad you made it, as testified by your words. I'm mighty proud of your tenacity for life and henceforth will recognize not only the Pretty in Pink, the Poet in Pink but the Power in Pink too. Thanks for sharing this Alana. Stay well! Okay! Okay! Now gimme my hugs! Namyh |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
what a beautiful, beautiful testimony....so glad you are here and still writing....thanks be to our Father. |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
~Namyh~ Thank you for taking the time to read ~ Your kind words touch my heart ~ I'm very happy for the second chance too!!! Huggerz Alana |
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Poet In Pink Senior Member Posts 1066 MI |
~LeeJ~ Thank you for warm sweet comments ~ Bless you Huggerz Alana |
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Your outlook is beautiful... through all that has happened to you you realized you have been blessed. Not many get a second chance. |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Wonderful attitude, Lovely poem. |
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Charisma
since 2000-09-30
Posts 5906lost in blue pages |
thank you for sharing and glad you still among us. your words had touched my heart! ~*Theresia~* |
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