Silence
A Reflection144 total reviews
Comment from FredCollingwood
This is wonderful. You are so good at poetry. Have you ever written stories? I would think you would excell at that too.
Fred
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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This is wonderful. You are so good at poetry. Have you ever written stories? I would think you would excell at that too.
Fred
Comment Written 16-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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I write essays also, but I have two problems with stories - I don't come up with plot ideas, pretty essential, and I suck at dialogue since all my characters sound like English teachers. LOL On the other hand, I'm great at literary criticism, one of my specialties in grad school - I can tell when stories are great or suck and what their strengths and weaknesses are, but I think my own would be awful LOL Thanks for your kind review, Brooke
Comment from Perp Ihebom
This is a nice poem about tranquility and serenity.
I like the repetition of some lines in the poem. IT HAS THE EFFECT OF MAKING IT A PLEASURE TO READ, ESPECIALLY ALOUD. KUDOS
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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This is a nice poem about tranquility and serenity.
I like the repetition of some lines in the poem. IT HAS THE EFFECT OF MAKING IT A PLEASURE TO READ, ESPECIALLY ALOUD. KUDOS
Comment Written 16-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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I'm so glad you enjoyed reading this aloud - it is one of my favorites, and yes, needs to be spoken!! Thank you, Brooke
Comment from Helen Oaks
Oh how neat! Love the pattern and the completion of the circle at the end. So satisfying and so thought provoking. As one who has just joined - thank you for sharing again.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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Oh how neat! Love the pattern and the completion of the circle at the end. So satisfying and so thought provoking. As one who has just joined - thank you for sharing again.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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Helen, thank you so much for your kind comments. Welcome to Fan Story! Brooke
Comment from Ragnar
Beautiful and profound...your poem speaks of an "ownership" of the sky that I guess we all feel when we're alone on a clear night.
Ocean and sky...poets can never run out of material
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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Beautiful and profound...your poem speaks of an "ownership" of the sky that I guess we all feel when we're alone on a clear night.
Ocean and sky...poets can never run out of material
Comment Written 16-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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Thank you for your great review :-) Yes, the world has many sources of poetic inspiration. Brooke
Comment from angelrain
A pleasant reflection on the artwork. The repetition of certain phrases seemed to help build the mood of silence and deep thought.
While this may not be the type of poetry I usually read, I am a fan of Rosetti, Frost, Tennyson and Hunt-Jackson, this does make one want to read it again to see what may have been missed.
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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A pleasant reflection on the artwork. The repetition of certain phrases seemed to help build the mood of silence and deep thought.
While this may not be the type of poetry I usually read, I am a fan of Rosetti, Frost, Tennyson and Hunt-Jackson, this does make one want to read it again to see what may have been missed.
Comment Written 16-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2009
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Thank you for your kind review - I also love Frost and Tennyson, among many others - I appreciate your kind comments. Brooke
Comment from rhymelord
TFFAE. Now for the content. You continue to amaze with the breadth of your imagination. I hope I can draw a metaphor that those "Limitless stars" can refer to your "new friends" and pray that I fit both groups. (LOL on the first).
Regards
Reg
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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TFFAE. Now for the content. You continue to amaze with the breadth of your imagination. I hope I can draw a metaphor that those "Limitless stars" can refer to your "new friends" and pray that I fit both groups. (LOL on the first).
Regards
Reg
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Reg, you are priceless - thank you, friend :-) Brooke
Comment from Lindesu
I am so glad that you chose to repost this poem! It is wonderful. I just joined about two months ago, so I have not seen it. This poem makes me think about my own childhood. When I was about 13 my family moved to the country, far enough from the light pollution of the city to really watch the stars at night. My dad would help me find the big dipper and little dipper, and over time, I learned about more of the constellations. Scorpio was always my favorite, perhaps because we had scorpions at the new home. This poem brings home all of this to me. Stylistically, I really love the way you repeated the line from the stanza before. What a cool idea!
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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I am so glad that you chose to repost this poem! It is wonderful. I just joined about two months ago, so I have not seen it. This poem makes me think about my own childhood. When I was about 13 my family moved to the country, far enough from the light pollution of the city to really watch the stars at night. My dad would help me find the big dipper and little dipper, and over time, I learned about more of the constellations. Scorpio was always my favorite, perhaps because we had scorpions at the new home. This poem brings home all of this to me. Stylistically, I really love the way you repeated the line from the stanza before. What a cool idea!
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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I grew up in the suburbs where the stars were glorious every clear night - we sat in our front yard and looked at the stars together every spring, summer and fall night it was not raining or overcast - I love the constellations :-) Thank you, Brooke the repetition is in the pantoum style
Comment from jclark
You created a beautiful place with your words. How very soothing and tranquil; perfect for a Sunday afternoon. The picture and the lovely blue gave me a very satisfied feeling. "sparkling gems of clestial tranquility" is an amazing visual.
Judy
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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You created a beautiful place with your words. How very soothing and tranquil; perfect for a Sunday afternoon. The picture and the lovely blue gave me a very satisfied feeling. "sparkling gems of clestial tranquility" is an amazing visual.
Judy
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Judy, this is one of my favorites, so I'm so glad you like it - thank you!! Brooke
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I can see why it is a favorite - I think it just became mine too!
Judy
Comment from KYPollard/El Gato
This is a beautiful poem, brooke. I have often times released my private thoughts into a star. There, I know it will remain safe and secret. Thank you for taking me back to a time when I star-gazed a lot. Stars are wonderful friends, they hold a secret forever!
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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This is a beautiful poem, brooke. I have often times released my private thoughts into a star. There, I know it will remain safe and secret. Thank you for taking me back to a time when I star-gazed a lot. Stars are wonderful friends, they hold a secret forever!
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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I've been reading more of your story, and any time you like my writing I am honored as I love your writing so much :-) Brooke
Comment from MJMuraco
I am glad that you reposted this poem, Brooke. It is beautiful and had wonder rhythm and rhyme. The artwork went perfectly also. I truly think that you have a real gift for poetry.
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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I am glad that you reposted this poem, Brooke. It is beautiful and had wonder rhythm and rhyme. The artwork went perfectly also. I truly think that you have a real gift for poetry.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Thank you - I am touched by your words. Brooke :-)
