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The Door to the Elders

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49 total reviews 
Comment from harmony13
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An excellent poem. This poem is deep, thought provoking and unforgettable. The reader found the words of this poem
descriptive and sad with many words to ponder on. The color scheme goes well with the theme of this poem.
Thank you, harmony13

 Comment Written 11-Jan-2014


reply by the author on 11-Jan-2014
    I thank you so very much for stopping by and reading this piece. This one holds a special place in my heart. I dearly appreciate you stopping by and reading my work...dark lord
Comment from Glasstruth
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The best part about searching is the getting there. I think you're feeling pressure because of "Already feeling the immense weight of their Saint-Hood" The door to your elders must be a huge one like to those ancient castles. The flow an message can't be denied. Excellent! Les

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2012
    Thank you so very much...dark lord
Comment from Kingsland
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This is an excellent piece of poetic art. You have written this in fine poetic verve. I liked the last stanza the best in this verse. This was a joy to have partaking of... John

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2012
    thank you so very much...dark lord
Comment from Gert sherwood
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Hello Dklrdmcches

Anther very dark poem of what it could be like if you are wondering when you are standing in front of the doors of hell
These lines really got to me.

Taking a whiff of the sulfur that surrounds the mountain sanctuary,
I kneel before the doorway that may open by my request.

Gert


 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2012
    Thank you so very much...dark lord
Comment from fidud
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what is powerful about this, apart obviously from the images and dramatic vocabulary, is that if you read it out loud, it really reminds me of the vicar saying his stuff in a standard church of england communion service! spooky!

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2012
    Thank you so very much...dark lord
Comment from Hollyhock
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

A fascinating journey, nearly to the other side.
The whiff of sulfur is reminiscent of old depictions of hell but fits well with the sense of foreboding which the e
Elders seem to inspire.
The "scorched earth" continues the image and also suggests man's failure to do more than destroy.
My favorite image was the "Gargoyles of Denial", those twisted faces delighting to disappoint.
Well described.

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 23-Sep-2012
    WOW!!!!! Thank you so very much for this outstanding review...dark lord
Comment from Xelmyrion
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I like the theme and the story. Good stuff, there.

I gave it only three stars, though, because as I read it the piece sounded rushed--like you were afraid of taking the time to play with structure, overall length and rhythm.

As you well know, poetry doesn't need to rhyme. But some of us do look for aliteration, assonance and cadence. I didn't hear the real "punch" of the piece coming through.

I believe you have the ability and a gift for message and theme. So kudos on that level!

Spend an afternoon playing with structure, cadence, repetition, alliteration and assonance. See what happens. I'm betting you'll be happier with the result.

Xel

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 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 23-Sep-2012
    Thank you....dark lord
Comment from TammyGail
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I think i like this poem more than your last
darker adorned with striking imagery
it made for a great read
i know you use ink for release
excellent work thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 23-Sep-2012
    Thank you very much....dark lord
Comment from Liilia
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Very interesting thought-provoking poem. Beautifully represented, considering the theme. Each line brings forth ideas and directions in my mind, as I contemplate the various things the poet is experiencing and has in the past. Thank you for sharing this powerful work.

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 23-Sep-2012
    Thank you very much...dark lord
Comment from Scarbrems
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A dark piece with some fabulous imagery. You conveyed a struggle with failure that I'm sure most readers will identify with very well here

 Comment Written 22-Sep-2012


reply by the author on 23-Sep-2012
    Thank you very much....dark lord