The Kaleidoscope
free verse musings about the vagaries of life107 total reviews
Comment from Peter@Poole
This is clever and creative, Brooke. Though free verse, it has an atmosphere, a music of its own which clearly separates it from prose. I think the secret lies in all those images and the short lines. Your well chosen words heighten the kaleidoscopic effects. Peter
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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This is clever and creative, Brooke. Though free verse, it has an atmosphere, a music of its own which clearly separates it from prose. I think the secret lies in all those images and the short lines. Your well chosen words heighten the kaleidoscopic effects. Peter
Comment Written 08-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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I don't do free verse often, so I am pleased you like it!
Thank you for your kindness, Brooke :-)
Comment from Jarlsbane
Ok another marvelously written poem... very well crafted, I enjoyed the read very much and the analogy of life's shattered dreams to a kaliedascope works wonderfully!
to quick give way to new design = quickly giving way to new design
Great job! -jarls
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2008
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Ok another marvelously written poem... very well crafted, I enjoyed the read very much and the analogy of life's shattered dreams to a kaliedascope works wonderfully!
to quick give way to new design = quickly giving way to new design
Great job! -jarls
Comment Written 05-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2008
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Jarls, thank you again - you are most kind to notice the craft as well as the content :-) Brooke
Comment from eraserlynch
This really hit hard and I think I shall make it my new daily creed - it rings true all of what you wrote along with the wonderful author notes. Thanks for reminding me it is only the dream that is shattered but it may be replaced eaually as quickly by a new and even more wonderful one.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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This really hit hard and I think I shall make it my new daily creed - it rings true all of what you wrote along with the wonderful author notes. Thanks for reminding me it is only the dream that is shattered but it may be replaced eaually as quickly by a new and even more wonderful one.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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You are so wonderful to make such comments. Knowing one of my poems connected with a reader to this degree is more than I ever hope for. Thank you so much for your generosity, Brooke :)
Comment from phild
Very good poem and inspiring. You have grasped how cruel life can be but you give much hope if we are patient. Your first stanza really caught my attention. Great job.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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Very good poem and inspiring. You have grasped how cruel life can be but you give much hope if we are patient. Your first stanza really caught my attention. Great job.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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thank you so much for this perceptive review, Brooke :-)
Comment from Just2Write
I loved the thought behind this exceptional poem, Brooke. There is much to learn from it, and it is so worthy of sharing with others. Many of us think our lives shattered and are afraid to consider ourselves as anything but what we once were. Your poem illustrates that we are who we are today, in our present form and circumstance. Loved this one.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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I loved the thought behind this exceptional poem, Brooke. There is much to learn from it, and it is so worthy of sharing with others. Many of us think our lives shattered and are afraid to consider ourselves as anything but what we once were. Your poem illustrates that we are who we are today, in our present form and circumstance. Loved this one.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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You are most generous and most thoughtful - thanks so much for your terrific comments and rating :-) Brooke
Comment from Perp Ihebom
This is a beautiful and deep philosophical piece that has the ability to heal emotional wounds. I was particularly touched by the line that says that one picture that passes is replaced by another, which is often better than the one it replaces. Good work. Thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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This is a beautiful and deep philosophical piece that has the ability to heal emotional wounds. I was particularly touched by the line that says that one picture that passes is replaced by another, which is often better than the one it replaces. Good work. Thanks for sharing
Comment Written 03-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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You are so very thoughtful and insightful, and I appreciate your comments, Brooke :-)
Comment from NightWriter
"The Kaleidoscope" is a beautifully written poem filled with inspiration and hope. Very descriptive and enjoyable to read. Poem has perfect rhythm. Well done. I too love kaleidoscopes.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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"The Kaleidoscope" is a beautifully written poem filled with inspiration and hope. Very descriptive and enjoyable to read. Poem has perfect rhythm. Well done. I too love kaleidoscopes.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2008
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thank you so much for this positive and thoughtful review from a fellow kaleidoscope lover! :-) Brooke
Comment from dianphillips
I really liked this. It captures the feeling of "the best is yet to come" perfectly. Because I agree with you. Life is like a kaleidescope because if we let it, each day can be better than the last. Wonderfully done.
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2008
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I really liked this. It captures the feeling of "the best is yet to come" perfectly. Because I agree with you. Life is like a kaleidescope because if we let it, each day can be better than the last. Wonderfully done.
Comment Written 02-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2008
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Thank you so much for this generous rating and your insightful review - quite a few people commented only on liking kaleidoscopes, so it is nice to see you recognizing the larger meaning. :-) Brooke
Comment from Jo52800
Wow. This is GREAT!! I don't think I've read anything else by you yet (I'm new to the site), but I love this. It's simple and profound. The descriptions are clear and I can envision them. You get a well deserved 6 stars from me. I usually take notes when I review and post them for the writer (stream of thought and picking out the SPAG), but goodness I got so tied up in this poem, I forgot. Don't change a word.
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2008
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Wow. This is GREAT!! I don't think I've read anything else by you yet (I'm new to the site), but I love this. It's simple and profound. The descriptions are clear and I can envision them. You get a well deserved 6 stars from me. I usually take notes when I review and post them for the writer (stream of thought and picking out the SPAG), but goodness I got so tied up in this poem, I forgot. Don't change a word.
Comment Written 02-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2008
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I am most honored by your enthusiastic and generous review and rating - I welcome you to the site and as a fan- I read my private message that you had become one. I hope you continue to enjoy and I look forward to your work, Brooke :-)
Comment from Poetic Friend
Brooke, (I got it right this time)
For so many reasons, this well-written poem has touched my heart. As you eloquently, color shifts and the kaleidoscopically viewed is life where hope each day's renewed.
I needed to hear those words today and will meditate on them.
This is truly a remarkable poem, one that has Poem of the Month quality. I sincerely mean that.
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2008
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Brooke, (I got it right this time)
For so many reasons, this well-written poem has touched my heart. As you eloquently, color shifts and the kaleidoscopically viewed is life where hope each day's renewed.
I needed to hear those words today and will meditate on them.
This is truly a remarkable poem, one that has Poem of the Month quality. I sincerely mean that.
Comment Written 02-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2008
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I'm glad that this had meaning for you - that is all I ever hope to do with my poetry :-) Thank you, Brooke
