Comment from curious novice

Excellent

Lovely lines. The rhymes flow so naturally, splashing off each other much like the cascading water kissing the stones in the accompanying image (only sprawls, which I do like, feels like one you may have worked hard to fit in). The sentiment evokes that same tranquil mood and lifts us out of our "spaces --confined," even if only for a moment, each time we read it. Well done.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2009

Thank you. I'm so glad you enjoyed this poem :-) Brooke

Comment from Gaye Hemsley

Exceptional

Hi Brooke This poem of yours is just beautiful, so many scenes shown in your words which rhymne so well. Nothing like getting away from it all for a short time anyway.

Cheers Gaye

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2009

Thank you so much, Gaye, and good morning! You are always such a generous and gracious reviewer, and I so appreciate you :-) Brooke

Comment from dtimes3

Excellent

Looks like home to me. I'm going up the coast tomorrow to Astoria for a four day get away. Much of my part of Oregon has this look. You have written it well.

Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2009

Thank you - I've never seen Oregon but imagine it has to be gorgeous - something like Maine? Brooke

Comment from Nicnac

Excellent

I really love this form. The rhythm almost forces me to sing the words. :) It purrs like a kitten - smooth and steady.

The imagery is lovely. The photo fits your poem perfectly. I love the mystical feel of 'stepping stones that lead beyond my man-made walls to lands unknown'.

Beautiful.
Nic

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2009

Thank you, Nic - I love the form, too :-) You are most gracious :-) Brooke

Comment from Lokman

Excellent

This is one of the most beautiful poems of yours I've read yet, Brooke. I am in love with the imagery and the way it resounds with my life these days.
Shea

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2009

Thank you, Shea - I am blown away by such a comment!! Brooke :-)

Comment from Aussie

Excellent

I liked your sojourn. We all need to go to our sacred space and veg out. Your poem was calming and descriptive of nature where we find the healing balm away from the mechanics of everyday living. Thanks for sharing today.

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 04-Nov-2009

Thank you, Kay, for another thoughtful review - I appreciate your lovely visits and comments :-) Brooke

Comment from knowledge

Excellent

Excellent job here. Your word image is clear. Very good rhyme and rhythm. I also like your pick of art, it goes well with your poem.

Thank You My Friend,

Knowledge

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 04-Nov-2009

Thank you, knowledge, for your thoughtful response to my poem :-) Brooke

Comment from Phil Kitom

Excellent

A most evocative poem that fills the spirit
with the joy of such freedom and sends the
mind on an exquisite journey where the waters
flow freely, the mountains call in the distance
and the green glory of natures bounty transfixes
the senses and nourishes the soul.
Once more your creative work acts as a catalyst
in providing dancing reflections from an ocean
of thought. Well done my friend...

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 06-Nov-2009

Thank you, Dave - I'm so glad the mood of this one came through :-) Brooke

Comment from honeytree

Excellent

Outstanding art work and words, creative in every way and wonderful to read every word. What a wonderful place to be and what beauty surrounds you.

Wonderful writing and art work as always.

Honeytree.

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 04-Nov-2009

Thank you, Annie - I so appreciate your kind review :-) Brooke

Comment from Rvaltaysesd

Excellent

I've come alone
to find a freedom never found

These lines were the most that I liked the poem is beautiful, has some good lines and I liked very, very good poem, greetings Rvaltaysesd

 Comment Written 04-Nov-2009

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reply by the author on 04-Nov-2009

Thank you so much for letting me know what line works best for you, my friend :-) Brooke