Comment from wierdgrace

Excellent

First the picture was perfect for the poem, and second it was written excellent, and no revisions needed or errors. It is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing with us.

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Comment from fastdigits

Excellent

Thought provoking writing
focusing on the morals of
the world, exemplified by
the great choice of art work.
You have in six tiny words
recited a story that is
timely as today's newspaper
headline.
Well done

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Comment from AlvinTEthington

Excellent

These six words did seem to have a deeper meaning, but when I read the author's notes, I realized that, at least for me as a reader, that I interpreted the poem wholly differently. I felt sympathy for the pregnant girl, and thought that she felt abandoned by God, yet still produced a beautiful grandchild. So I didn't see the political commentary the author's notes indicate. I have to judge the poem qua poem and not on the author's notes, but if I had taken into consideration the author's effort to portray the message in the notes, I would grade it much lower, as I didn't see that at all. With the interpretation I understood, though it was not the writer's intention, I feel the poem is worth five stars.

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Comment from BillBologna

Exceptional

Excellent. Very subtle. Very short and to the point. It does take a village to raise a child and not allowing right from wrong to be taught not only does not make sense, it is irresponsible. Congratulations.

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Comment from Trena One Who Cares

Excellent

Hi Skye this contest poem tell a very sad story in six words. I agree with you they need to put God back in our schools and homes. Good luck in the contest. Trena

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Comment from Annmuma

Excellent

The picture tells one story and then the verse takes it in another direction. Finally the author notes clarifies the poem's intent. Good contest entry. ann

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Comment from rmdelta

Excellent

What a great poem skye. an excellent choice of words each set meaning exactly how our schools are today. Thank you for pointing it out in such a fantastic way. Good luck in your contest.

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Comment from CRIMSOND

Excellent

Simple, straightforwrd and a excellent chance in the contest. For six words it came across very clear. Good luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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reply by the author on 10-Oct-2008

Thanks for the review and comments. Your support is appreciated. Your shining stars made my day.

Comment from Broken Fingers

Excellent

Hi
I'm not fully aware of your meaning..but you seem to have pulled this off. Your notes say "prayersd were taken away from schools"...how? Were they banned?

Gavin (UK)

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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reply by the author on 10-Oct-2008

Thanks for the review and comments. The Engel v. Vitale decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in 1962 prohibited state-mandated prayer in public schools classrooms. Thus God was expelled.

reply by Broken Fingers on 10-Oct-2008

what is "state-mandated prayer" as opposed to "prayer"?

Gavin

reply by the author on 10-Oct-2008

Prayer led by the teachers, with no opportunity to not participate,

reply by Broken Fingers on 10-Oct-2008

Does not sound very fair to me

Gavin

Comment from Scribbelini

Excellent

Great picture and line. Love the way the message mixes. Great job and good luck in the contest.
High school. God expelled. Beautiful grandchild.

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2008

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Thanks for the review and comments. I appreciate you very much.