Ode to Child's Pose
Discovering Yoga95 total reviews
Comment from Martin Sloan
Hi Amada
This is a fine, contemplative piece. I can imagine it being said in a period of meditation as an aid to relaxation, as a mental massage.
There are so many poetically uplifting visuals. I particularly enjoyed the 2nd verse about connecting with the rise and fall of breath; the 3rd verse about being embraced in the Earth's distinct folds and layers; and the 5th verse about hands opening flower-like.
Well done and all the best
Martin
reply by the author on 03-May-2010
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Hi Amada
This is a fine, contemplative piece. I can imagine it being said in a period of meditation as an aid to relaxation, as a mental massage.
There are so many poetically uplifting visuals. I particularly enjoyed the 2nd verse about connecting with the rise and fall of breath; the 3rd verse about being embraced in the Earth's distinct folds and layers; and the 5th verse about hands opening flower-like.
Well done and all the best
Martin
Comment Written 03-May-2010
reply by the author on 03-May-2010
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Thank you, Martin! Yes, I am trying to get into Yoga and meditation for health reasons. Thank you for commenting in this yoga pose, my favorite.
Comment from bard owl
Peace in this stressful world is indeed a blessings. I know others who find yoga as relaxing as you do. Taking the time to find your spirit is never a waste of time. Very smoothly written verse. Excellent. Blessings, Linda
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Peace in this stressful world is indeed a blessings. I know others who find yoga as relaxing as you do. Taking the time to find your spirit is never a waste of time. Very smoothly written verse. Excellent. Blessings, Linda
Comment Written 12-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Thank you bard owl for reading and reviewing this work.
Comment from keithchris
Hard words indeed, to use in a single poem. You've taken them and givien us a very image laden poem of graceful beauty. I wish you luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Hard words indeed, to use in a single poem. You've taken them and givien us a very image laden poem of graceful beauty. I wish you luck in the contest.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Thank you so much for your lovely comments in my work.
Comment from mjfande
Yoga is a wonderful thing. It's an excellent exercise, yet leaves you feeling refreshed instead of fatigued.
I loved your poem. It was very well composed.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Yoga is a wonderful thing. It's an excellent exercise, yet leaves you feeling refreshed instead of fatigued.
I loved your poem. It was very well composed.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Thank you so much for commenting in this work.
Comment from btruax
I have never done Yoga, but your poem almost convinces me to get out there and give it a try. It is beautifully written and the descriptions are clear even given the economy of words required by poetry. I especially like the last verse.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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I have never done Yoga, but your poem almost convinces me to get out there and give it a try. It is beautifully written and the descriptions are clear even given the economy of words required by poetry. I especially like the last verse.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Thank you so much for commenting in this work!
Comment from bnd-writenow
What a delightful contest entry. I believe you followed the contest rules and I love your entire presentation...
As a certified yoga teacher (not teaching now), I love this ode to the Child's pose. You describe the simple joy of this pose as well as it's restorative properties.
Your simple notes help add to the presentation for those not familiar with the work - as does your artwork.
Great job and good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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What a delightful contest entry. I believe you followed the contest rules and I love your entire presentation...
As a certified yoga teacher (not teaching now), I love this ode to the Child's pose. You describe the simple joy of this pose as well as it's restorative properties.
Your simple notes help add to the presentation for those not familiar with the work - as does your artwork.
Great job and good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 12-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Thank you for the great review and for the good luck wishes.
Comment from honeytree
I really loved the art work and the words written are very creative allowing us to view, and see within your words information about yoga.
I felt the presentation was really suite, for the title and I enjoyed reading every word.
Honeytree.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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I really loved the art work and the words written are very creative allowing us to view, and see within your words information about yoga.
I felt the presentation was really suite, for the title and I enjoyed reading every word.
Honeytree.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Thank you Honeytree for liking this poem and its presentation.
Comment from Isaiah Ramesses
Bravo! The message and emotion in this flow very good together. I enjoyed the stregth, and endurance here.
Well written and well versed piece.
Good poetry.
Isaiah Ramesses
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Bravo! The message and emotion in this flow very good together. I enjoyed the stregth, and endurance here.
Well written and well versed piece.
Good poetry.
Isaiah Ramesses
Comment Written 11-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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I much appreciate your review in this work inspired by my yoga class. My best to you.
Comment from joemass
G'day amada
Yoga poetry! I reckon you could majke a fortune selling the idea to a chain of yoga class leaders! As a poem it is well constructed, has good images and gives the reader something to think about.
Good job!
Joemass
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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G'day amada
Yoga poetry! I reckon you could majke a fortune selling the idea to a chain of yoga class leaders! As a poem it is well constructed, has good images and gives the reader something to think about.
Good job!
Joemass
Comment Written 11-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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Hi Joemass. Good idea! to submit it to a yoga mag!
Comment from bhogg
hard for me to believe that this was a contest where you had to "hit" words. It was just nicely done. A real clue to me of whether or not I like a particular poem is the number of times I read it. Yours I read three times, the last time out loud. Good words and imagery throughout!
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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hard for me to believe that this was a contest where you had to "hit" words. It was just nicely done. A real clue to me of whether or not I like a particular poem is the number of times I read it. Yours I read three times, the last time out loud. Good words and imagery throughout!
Comment Written 11-Apr-2010
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2010
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This is very complimentary, to read it three times and one outloud. I hope it brought to you a feeling of relaxation and peace.
