TRUE STORY OF A TIME IN MY LIFE....

Wanda Messimer

This is a true story of a time in my life that
I needed inspiration – and kept praying to God
for guidance – this is what came about...


It was raining outside, and I was in the harmony of the pitter-patter
on the window pane; sitting on the couch relaxed, and in-between
jobs, I had free time on my hands.

I was watching the “700 Club,” hosted by Ben Kinslow that day.
Fascinated by the message that was being delivered, I listened, not
knowing the impact it would have on me. Ben was saying to do the
best at whatever is your passion in life. Whether it be writing,
singing, painting, or a student – “Just Put Your Best Foot Forward,”
and with dedication and forbearance – go forward. I had no idea
my interest would be in poetry. I liked the “play-on-words,” and
enjoyed reading poetry and prose.

I turned off the television, and reached for my tablet and pen. My
first impluse was to jot down ideas of what my passion was.
Instinctively, I felt a pull toward writing about nature and the
wonderful world we live in; the happiness and joy of being alive.
As I finished writing the poem, I read it over, and was pleased with
the words that flowed onto the paper. I went about my day’s
activities, never giving the poem another thought.

The next day at 10:00 A.M., I turned on the 700 Club, and
listened to the message. Ben Kinslow was speaking on the subject
“follow your dreams.” It was almost like he was speaking directly
to me. At that moment, I realized my dream was writing. I turned
the television off and wrote four poems. This went on for about
two weeks – my head was spinning with more ideas for poems.

Through Ben Kinslow the Lord was speaking to me. His
message brought out the power of my written words, that were
hidden within my soul, and needed a little push to surface.

My poems took off. At this point, two of them are published
in the “New American Poetry Anthology Book, by John Campbell,
Editor and Publisher. In 1988 I won a contest, honoring me as the
“Golden Poet” of the year. The poem that I wrote for the contest
was titled “God’s Love Grows.”

As I was walking up to the podium to accept my trophy, I said
a silent prayer. “Oh Lord, thank you for believing in me and bringing
me to this place.” The trophy sits on my computer desk,
always reminding me to stay close to the Lord, and never give up on
myself.

Copyrighted (c)1983 Wanda Messimer