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A modern sonnet on life's twists and turns.74 total reviews
Comment from scully
I love this poem because it asks a question that we have all thought about once. Sometimes I wish I had a crystal ball so that I could peek into the future but I guess life wouldn't be so exciting. This is a well constructed poem with a good rhyming scheme. A very thought provoking and intelligent poem.
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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I love this poem because it asks a question that we have all thought about once. Sometimes I wish I had a crystal ball so that I could peek into the future but I guess life wouldn't be so exciting. This is a well constructed poem with a good rhyming scheme. A very thought provoking and intelligent poem.
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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thank you for this postive and insightful review, Brooke :-)
Comment from Moira's Amethyst
Interesting. I'm not too intrigued by the modern sonnet for the lacking of "restrictions" as you say but can see no reason to deduct so five stars. Please, take care.
Poetry's Protege
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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Interesting. I'm not too intrigued by the modern sonnet for the lacking of "restrictions" as you say but can see no reason to deduct so five stars. Please, take care.
Poetry's Protege
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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I love lack of restrictions LOL You are most kind despite our disagreement. :-) Brooke
Comment from lathunder
I loved it. I agree with you and don't think that I'd want to know when it's over, or when one day is going to be better than the next. Thanks for sharing.
L.A.Thunder
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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I loved it. I agree with you and don't think that I'd want to know when it's over, or when one day is going to be better than the next. Thanks for sharing.
L.A.Thunder
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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I'm glad you have thought about the meaning in my poem - thank you for this review :-) Brooke
Comment from J.E. Brown
What a clever and well written piece. The title fits this one to a tee. As always, I'm looking forward to reading more of your work.
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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What a clever and well written piece. The title fits this one to a tee. As always, I'm looking forward to reading more of your work.
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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I am honored you enjoyed my poem. Thank you! :-) Brooke
Comment from Shari_K
So much reality and truth to your poem here. There are many days when I feel this way too. I think things have to happen for certain reasons and I also think when we are faced with hard times, it is done so that we can learn and become stronger. It does help to have friends and family who can see us through these tough times though. Your poem has an important message and is an encouraging one. Beautiful write!
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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So much reality and truth to your poem here. There are many days when I feel this way too. I think things have to happen for certain reasons and I also think when we are faced with hard times, it is done so that we can learn and become stronger. It does help to have friends and family who can see us through these tough times though. Your poem has an important message and is an encouraging one. Beautiful write!
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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thank you for this most insightful and philosophical response. Peace, Brooke :-)
Comment from Stephen C Winter (Vs
Dear adewpearl,
What a fabulous concept, give me the chart I may just take a daily peek, nailing up the door for safety on a bad day (lol), My life has been rather sad yet colourful sometimes my own doing...people tell me I would not be the person I am today, Well yes maybe better (lol), Now you see how your wonderful poetry is so thought provoking.
Warranty not included flowed as always to perfect,sparked up my imagination and as always was a pure treat to read...there is nothing I could or would change ...As always I adore the read.
Thank you again
Steve
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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Dear adewpearl,
What a fabulous concept, give me the chart I may just take a daily peek, nailing up the door for safety on a bad day (lol), My life has been rather sad yet colourful sometimes my own doing...people tell me I would not be the person I am today, Well yes maybe better (lol), Now you see how your wonderful poetry is so thought provoking.
Warranty not included flowed as always to perfect,sparked up my imagination and as always was a pure treat to read...there is nothing I could or would change ...As always I adore the read.
Thank you again
Steve
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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Your reviews are always witty and insightful - thank you! Brooke :-)
Comment from giftid3
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, view and concept with the rest of us.
This is well worded and well expressed giving way to the desires one can undergo when seeking to find answers to questions of the future, not through God, but through other means. And then comes this determined stance that even if the opportunity arose, it would not be taken, because living by the whims of what another surmises is not living life to the full.
The joy of life is living both the good and bad and learning from them both to be a better person, not because we know the answers but that we learn them after the experience. If we seek the advice of so-called seers, we could end up with mud on our face, living a half life dependent upon the presumptions, assumptions and say so of those who use cards, crystal balls, numbers and the rest to determine how we should live.
Thanks for your notes also, for they gave a deeper insight behind the poem you have shared. And admittedly the thought does enter, but whether the action goes with it, is indeed another story. I like how you think.
Thanks for the journey this created and many blessings to you
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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Thanks for sharing your thoughts, view and concept with the rest of us.
This is well worded and well expressed giving way to the desires one can undergo when seeking to find answers to questions of the future, not through God, but through other means. And then comes this determined stance that even if the opportunity arose, it would not be taken, because living by the whims of what another surmises is not living life to the full.
The joy of life is living both the good and bad and learning from them both to be a better person, not because we know the answers but that we learn them after the experience. If we seek the advice of so-called seers, we could end up with mud on our face, living a half life dependent upon the presumptions, assumptions and say so of those who use cards, crystal balls, numbers and the rest to determine how we should live.
Thanks for your notes also, for they gave a deeper insight behind the poem you have shared. And admittedly the thought does enter, but whether the action goes with it, is indeed another story. I like how you think.
Thanks for the journey this created and many blessings to you
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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This is a most philosophical and wise review - thank you for sharing your thoughts! Peace, Brooke
Comment from ulster3
Hello dewpearl.
This sure reads like a beautiful flowing sonnet with keen thinking. However There are some who can "see" but it could be bad. I've had two experiences (in Ireland of course, lol) that proved this to me, no guessing mumbo jumbo. Most however are as fake as false eyelashes. Anyway I wouldn't seek it out either...well not anymore. lol. fondly, rebecca
Great work here. rebecca
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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Hello dewpearl.
This sure reads like a beautiful flowing sonnet with keen thinking. However There are some who can "see" but it could be bad. I've had two experiences (in Ireland of course, lol) that proved this to me, no guessing mumbo jumbo. Most however are as fake as false eyelashes. Anyway I wouldn't seek it out either...well not anymore. lol. fondly, rebecca
Great work here. rebecca
Comment Written 25-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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I'm rather glad that is a power I don't possess! But I wouldn't mind being able to fly :-) Thanks so much for a most fascinating review. Peace, Brooke
Comment from fayesh
Nicely done modern sonnet about the unpredictability of life. I liked the way you broached the question of anticipating in advance life's events and controlling your days.
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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Nicely done modern sonnet about the unpredictability of life. I liked the way you broached the question of anticipating in advance life's events and controlling your days.
Comment Written 24-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 25-Oct-2008
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thank you so much for this positive review :-) Peace, Brooke
Comment from Irrelevant
First off, I love that title. Caught my attention right away and it's perfect for this piece. I can relate to this. Sometimes I want that preview of the day to come in advance to let me know whether I should call in sick or not...lol. As you say, warranty not included. I enjoyed this. Thanks.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2008
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First off, I love that title. Caught my attention right away and it's perfect for this piece. I can relate to this. Sometimes I want that preview of the day to come in advance to let me know whether I should call in sick or not...lol. As you say, warranty not included. I enjoyed this. Thanks.
Comment Written 24-Oct-2008
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2008
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Thanks ever so much for your most insightful comments and kind review! Peace, Brooke :-)
